Hi Mike,

Welcome to the board. You maywant to do a few things. First, check out the traditional section of the boards. There are a lot of excellent trad shooters there. Second, attend a traditional convention and check out bows at as many different proshops as possibly. Also try to shoot as many different trad bows as possible, inluding longbows.

If you are considering a Black Widow, then I suspect you are looking for one the best bows made. Buying one just from recommendations may not be the best way do go. You need to actually hold and shoot the bow before buying it IMO. Because every bow made fits different individuals differently.

Hope that helps somewhat.