Glad to hear you didn't get hurt. A cocked crossbow is a lot like an anvil perched on top of a step ladder. Don't take much to release that potential energy. IIRC, you can't dry fire those, because without the bolt to dampen/slow the release of energy some of those will self-destruct.manolo wrote:SM,Simple Minded wrote: .45's are designed for very low penetration (war on women?). These two sentences alone would be enough for a few thousand professional crusaders in the US to "take up arms" against crossbows.
At least 45s are safer.
I had a very scary time today with my big crossbow. I got it strung,using a pulley device which reduces draw weight by 50%. Once cocked I couldn't get it uncocked!! Just not strong enough to hold back the poundage (without the pulley) whilst pulling the trigger with my third hand. The wife won't touch it, or even be in the same room.
Anyway, I made up some safety device with parachute cord and kind of 'rapelled' the bastard string gradually down, inch by inch. Phew! These things are blinking dangerous.
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Alex.
While I admire her intelligence (regarding crossbow safety, not choosing spouses ), I don't understand Mrs. Alex's concern, how could a selfless person get hurt? Unless of course you consider her selfless, but she doesn't consider herself selfless.
Please tell her I understand, and someday I look forward to someday hearing her say "Hello Simple Minded. My name is _____. I am pleased to meet you!"