I'm also on the Bear Recurve for Beginers bandwagon. Late 60's early 70's (green bow with blue stripe, around 45#'s at 28"). Just be sure to ask if the bow has stress cracks or limb twist that are common. Strees cracks that are not parallel to the limbs or meet are not good. If they run parallel to the limbs and to not meet it's OK. Limb twist can usually be fixed, but you may need to take it to someone. I would't pay more then $200 for one in very good condition.