Large Crossbow with English Windlass, 15th Century

Large Crossbow with English Windlass, 15th Century

This medieval crossbow comes complete with a so-called English windlass (tackle) and three bolts with wooden shaft and forged, blackened steel bodkin point.

Important notice: :

This medieval crossbow is a decoration item with limited functionality and accuracy. As this weapon reproduction has a working mechanism (it can be spanned and - though only to an extent - shot), its purchase and use are subject to age restrictions. What's more, the provided quarrels feature a sharp point. This crossbow is neither suitable for an effective shooting training nor for practical use on the reenactment battlefield, and is exclusively designed as a nice addition to a historical weapons collection, as an ornamental / display item or as a medieval accessory. In any case, it is not a toy and should be handled by adults only!

• Material: wood, steel, brass
• Incl. winch and three bolts
• Overall length: approx.106 cm
• Prod width: approx. approx. 88 cm
• Weight without winch: approx. 7.1 kg
• Weight with winch and bolts: approx. 10.5 kg
• Bolt length: approx. 39 cm

Specs may slightly vary from piece to piece.

The steel used here is not rust-proof and might show slight surface tarnishing in places. We recommend you to maintain the crossbow's steel parts on a regular basis, for example using Ballistol Universal Oil, which is ideally suited for steel care.