Hi everyone, my name is Jeff from Washington State.

I am new to archery, having just tried it for the first time at a club on Tuesday. It was tons of fun, and I would like to get into it.

I am interested in learning thumb-draw, but it seems that this is very uncommon in the clubs in my area.

Is thumb-draw and archery in the Asian traditions similar enough that I could learn proper form without specific instruction?

I have been considering getting a Samick SKB at #30 or #35. Would this be a good choice for a beginner bow?

Thanks!