The Crossbow is an ancient weapon dating as far back in medieval times. It is called by many names due to its nature but it is mostly referred to as a Ballista. The Ballista is developed by the early Greeks as one of their siege weapons. The basic principle of both weapons is similar which uses a torsion spring rather than a prod.
The crossbow is roughly a miniaturized handheld Ballista where the bow mounts onto the tiller or stock and shoots a projectile called quarrels or bolts. In medieval times, the bow stock is made from wood with some iron or steel parts. The bow string is made from hemp which is the strongest and the least flexible fiber currently available at that time. This weapon played an important role during the medieval warfare and it was dreaded throughout Europe.
The weapon is famous among low class warriors and peasants because it's relatively easy to use and requires little training to be effective. It is so effective that it can kill a well trained knight in full armor with little effort. The weapon is considered to be inhuman because there's no real skill to operate it and it is therefore deemed no honor in using it.
In medieval Europe, the Pope and the church tried to ban the weapon and it was deemed as "the deadly art, hated by God, of crossbowmen..." But they were not successful and it was used all over Europe despite the Pope’s heed.
In the modern era, the crossbow is made with a mixture of more advanced composite material, such as carbon fiber, in order to reduce the weight and performance. The modern bow is considerably more powerful and more accurate against its medieval counterparts and it also has a faster firing rate. Today, the
crossbow is used for hunting game and sports activity. In the military, the weapon is also used for stealth operative.
Why Crossbow Packages?
The best way to ensure that you receive something that you are satisfied with is to look at the many different packages that we offer. Everyone, from seasoned archers to beginners can find a package to fit their needs. We typically sell our crossbows in packages to ensure our customers satisfaction. These packages typically include arrows and scopes. They are either paired by the manufacturer or by us at thecrossbowstore.com. We take pride in choosing the accessories that compliment the crossbows well.
Many of our customers have upgraded the packages and accessories to fit their own specific needs. We offer a well priced option in the
130 lbs Foldable Hunting Crossbow Starter Package, which is meant to help you make your entry into crossbows. It comes with the essential 14’’ arrows and a low-profile 4X20 scope for a basic shooting experience. On the other end of the spectrum we offer a
Barnett Ghost 410 CRT Crossbow Package, which includes a sling, quiver, 3X32 scope, and 3 x 22’’ carbon arrows. Every package is different. It all depends on the items you would like in your package. Not everyone needs 410+ FPS, but hey, some people want 410+ FPS; I know I do!