Abstract: A baluster includes a proximal section that is mounted on a stair of a staircase and a distal section that is fastened to a railing associated with the staircase. The distal section includes a bore which snugly and releasably accommodates a central section of the baluster so the central section can be moved with respect to the distal section whereby the baluster can be easily accommodated between the stair and the railing.

Abstract: A bow and arrow rest which includes a cantilever in the form of an extending free and of a wire which is pivotably mounted near the middle of a bow and movable on that pivot between an extended position to underlie and support an arrow shaft as a bow string is drawn and then released, and a retracted position so as to not interfere with passage of the rearward portion of the arrow. The cantilever is biased toward the extended position by a permanent magnet acting on the end of the wire opposite the end which supports the arrow. In a preferred form the wire is pivotably supported by an L-shaped bracket with the bracket being mounted to the bow by a bolt which also provides lateral positioning of the arrow on the arrow rest.