Thanks AH. Especially for the tips regarding the whitening near the grip. Makes sense. I was hesitant to pull the trigger without drawing or shooting. Agree on the heat issues and arrow point as well. After posting I did some research on the interweb and saw its years of production. I would like to get one of the newer production bear bows with the RTH kits maybe a year or two old and possibly a year end close out. Thanks again!!