Wound by hand from solid straw in three layers, this 20 inch archery target stops arrows the way foam blocks cannot, letting shafts sink in and pull out without the friction that damages fletching. Straw construction also self-heals to a degree, since the fibers close around each hole rather than opening into a permanent crater. The coloured rope face gives clear scoring rings visible from a full practice distance. Traditional archers, recurve shooters and youth programs all use this style of target for backyard practice, hunting preparation and club sessions. At 5.3 lbs the target hangs from a stand, a fence or a bale backstop and moves easily between sessions. Storing it under cover between uses keeps the straw dry and extends the number of shots it will absorb. The target measures 20 inches across in three wound straw layers at 5.3 lbs. Arrows pull free by hand without a puller in most cases.