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I am not sure I have the tools to make an effective rolling nut lock crossbow. Besides, the rising pin mechanism is fine for the size crossbows I make (130lb absolute max). I am trying to back a small prod (small, 12" - might make an effective crossbow for fishing, actually) with rabbit sinew, because I have it and can't think of anything else to do with it. I already have the stock, and the prod this time is not, as previously, "bespoke". Shouldn't break though, being backed, but it wouldn't be a great problem if it did. The prod is ash, stock is from an old, dead birch tree. I like both woods. I think crossbows are very enjoyable weapons to use - if they are reasonably well made, then accurate shooting is not difficult. I have used my normal bark covered targets, and found that hitting the centre dot is not at all hard. I have totally porcupined a target from 20m, which doesn't sound much, but it is about the range I would hunt something at. And quarrels are not difficult to make, being so short (6" is pretty much the max I use, slightly tapered wood). Preferred wood is well seasoned ash, but hazel is ok. Willow is far too light. What do you use for your quarrels Johnny?
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