What is the crossbow?

The crossbow is a modified bow and arrow system. Invented Chinese from 6 B.C. For military use in Europe did not become popular only more than a thousand years later. The crossbow has a bow attached to the stock, allowing it to remain loaded when it is not used. When loading the crossbow attached to the brackets attached to the storage branches. When the lever is released, the arrow or bolt is fired. It is easier to operate and are perfect weapons for those who do not have the power to effectively pull out a classic bow. The disadvantage of the crossbow is that the load takes longer and six to seven darts can be filmed long when the crossbow needs to be loaded.

The expanded crossbow range explains its attraction. Compared to Longbow, which can shoot about 280 feet (255 meters), the crossbow can cover approximately 380 yards (360 meters). In a tactic range, both weapons can pierce the armor of the plate, provided the arrow has been properly alleviated.

Roman armiesAnd she knew about the existence of a crossbow, but decided to stay with a traditional longbow as a weapon of the election. It is assumed that William The Coqueror in the Battle of Hastings in 1066 was expected to Europe. The Army of Richard I carried during the crusades to the Middle East and Kuše was a preferred weapon for murderers. The use of the crossbow spreads throughout Britain and Europe and was used in battle until the 15th century.

After that time they were mainly used for hunting. The use of crossbow is still popular for hunting game and target practice. Today, the Čaňky is made of many materials, including wood, metals and polymer plastic. Cross -bags can be found in many styles and sizes of grinding pistols into the full of military models.