The crossbow was first developed by the Greeks in 5th Century BC and was used widely throughout Asia throughout the Bronze Age. It is better known for its role in the clan wars and Crusades of the Middle Ages where it extended the range of both attacker and defender. This is a non-functioning replica. Full length 20 inches including wood stock with 16 inch metal bow. Comes complete with arrow. Weight 3 lbs. This is a decorator replica crossbow, and can not be made to fire. Made by craftsmen in Spain at the Denix factory. A crossbow is a weapon consisting of a bow mounted on a stock that shoots projectiles, often called bolts. A mechanism in the stock holds the bow in its fully-drawn position until it is shot by releasing a trigger. Crossbows played a significant role in the warfare of North Africa, Europe and Asia. Crossbows are used today primarily for target shooting and hunting |
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