This Kid's Bow is made from Red Oak backed with Linen. The bow is 48 inches long and pulls between 10 and 15 pounds at 18 inches. This bow is meant for smaller children who are under 4' tall. If your child is over 4' tall you may want to go one step up to our Youth Longbow (Item # WB-102). Adult supervision is Required. The bow is permanantly finished and needs no maintenance.