For the novice, a moderately priced lemonwood bow is recommended. Later you may want a, fine Osage bow or a backed or laminated lemonwood. Your bow should not be too strong. You should be able to pull and loose it without too much effort. Modestly priced arrows are recommended for beginners.
Arrows are perishable, and while learning, it is best to use and abuse a low priced set.
After you become more proficient, better, straighter arrows of Port Orford Cedar are necessary. Footed Tournament Arrows are for the more advanced target shot. It is a heavy leather guard for the left wrist and covers the inside of the left arm from the hand almost to the elbow. Its use is to protect the left wrist and forearm from the bowstring's strike after the arrow is shot. A good Armguard is a very essential part of an archer's tackle.