Way too small for a 12yo, my 7yo shoots one of those with no problem.
About the Bear I mentioned the specs are:
Specifications:
- Speed IBO: 265 FPS
- Weight: 2.9lb
- Brace Height: 6.125 inches
- Axle to Axle: 27.625 inches
- Draw Weight: 20-60lbs.---- lot of growing room
- Draw Length Range: 15-27 inches----This is a BIG variation
- Let-Off: 70%
- Color: Pink, Camo
- Dexterity: Right or Left HandReady To Hunt package includes:
- Whisker Biscuit
- 4-Pin Sight
- Stabilizer and Sling
- Quiver
- Nock Loop
You are basically getting a bow that a kid from 8-16 or more could shoot and hunt with. Goes up to 60lbs on the new one old ones were 50. Either weight plenty to kill a deer or other game with the right arrow/broadhead setup.
I have looked at some Diamond and other youths bow but none have the versatiliy this one does. I have always had Bear and the reliability is great and cust service amazing. As I said my daughter will have one of these to shoot with me as soon as I can afford it.