Build your own crossbow
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carpettbaggerr
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I wouldn't shoot an 80 lb crossbow indoors, if you miss, it's gonna go through your walls, and maybe your neighbor's (or neighbors 
)as well.
For a target, I'd use one of these : http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/t...arentType=index&parentId=cat600346&id=0039350
)as well.For a target, I'd use one of these : http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/t...arentType=index&parentId=cat600346&id=0039350
madmike
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Sorry for the thread resurrection. Sheesh, crossbows have suffered the same exaggeration as "assault weapons."
Crossbows have LESS range and penetration than high end longbows or recurves. The energy is a function of pressure (draw weight), distance, and limb length. 60# over 28" of recurve is a lot more than 150# over 8" of crossbow. Draw a real longbow in the 100# and up range and crossbows aren't the slightest bit competitive.
They are easier to aim, though, and really cool. I was searching for plans to turn a prod into one for my daughter for SCA use.
And no, prods will not shatter with enough power to kill you. Nor is wrapping required any more, nor was it done in period. Yes, I'm sure there's an exception or two, but it was never a big deal.
Crossbows have LESS range and penetration than high end longbows or recurves. The energy is a function of pressure (draw weight), distance, and limb length. 60# over 28" of recurve is a lot more than 150# over 8" of crossbow. Draw a real longbow in the 100# and up range and crossbows aren't the slightest bit competitive.
They are easier to aim, though, and really cool. I was searching for plans to turn a prod into one for my daughter for SCA use.
And no, prods will not shatter with enough power to kill you. Nor is wrapping required any more, nor was it done in period. Yes, I'm sure there's an exception or two, but it was never a big deal.
jakeiscrazy
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I'm gonna be working on a crossbow from a truck leaf spring. I plan to use a 2x6 as a stock. Then Dremeling a wheel lock out some barstock metal. I have built a couple with pvc before but this will be a new league for me. Any solid advice would be a huge help. BTW I am going to taper the spring as to lessen the power. If I don't almost kill myself I'll post a picture. (-;
tomahawk74
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never made a crossbow, but have made different kinds of spearguns.. do alot of snorkeling in the summer.
madmike
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http://crossbowhunters.com/_sgt/m3_1.htm
If you want a commercial fiberglass prod to go with this design, I sell them.
If you want a commercial fiberglass prod to go with this design, I sell them.
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