My graphite Coda Bow - Conservatory weighs in at 60.9 g. It's not so much the weight, but how it is distributed, the balance, and how it feels. Also, the type of music you play. Hard driving bluegrass music might require a heavier bow, while for fast Irish jigs and reels you might want a lighter more responsive bow. It's a very subjective thing, and the only thing is to try out many different bows. And matching the bow with the fiddle is also a factor - certain fiddles respond differently with different bows. Personally, I like my Coda Bow. I like the balance and feel of it, and also the way my fiddle responds (tone). I think it's a good value for the price. I tried the more expensive Classic model, and couldn't tell the difference between it and the Conservatory.

Cheers, S. in Seattle