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98 Custom and BT Rear Cocking Bolt
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Autococker Rear Cocking Bolt and Ram
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Spyder Electra Pilot Imagine ACS Delrin Bolt SIDE TOP COCKING anti chop NEW
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Rear Cocking Aluminum SPYDER VENTURI PAINTBALL GUN BOLT
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Rebel Paintball Gun Upgrade Kit Rear cocking bolt LPV
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6 new Spyder ACS Delrin delron Bolt SIDE TOP COCKING anti chop 696737024633 LOT
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New NPS Proline 21050 Chrome Rear Cocking Rod Spyder Paintball Marker Bolt
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Psychoballistics 22013 Rear Cocking Bolt w Beaver Tippmann M98 Paintball Marker
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Tippmann Model 98  98 Custom Cocking Knob Bolt Handle
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Tippmann old Model 98 Rear Cocking Bolt Set rocket cocker NO CUSTOM or PRO RARE
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USED VM 68 Paintball Gun Lower Bolt Cocking Lug VM68 PMI 3
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6 new Kingman Spyder ACS Delrin Bolt REAR COCKING anti chop 696737022004 LOT
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Tippmann Pro Lite Bolt Handle Cocking Knob READ
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New VM 68 Paintball Gun Lower Bolt Cocking Lug VM68
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Shocktech Superfly Spyder Side Cocking Bolt
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Spyder Side Cocking Bolt High Pressure
Spyder Side Cocking Bolt High Pressure
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Spyder Side Cocking Bolt Low Pressure
Spyder Side Cocking Bolt Low Pressure
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Shocktech Superfly Top Cocking Bolt
Shocktech Superfly Top Cocking Bolt
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Spyder Black Dragun Rear Cocking
Spyder Black Dragun Rear Cocking
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Spyder Black Dragun Side Cocking w 8 32 tap in rear
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TIPPMANN PB  REAR COCKING BOLT SET  MODEL 98 ONLY NEW
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The Mosin-Nagant Rifle, 5th Edition (For collectors only) The Mosin-Nagant Rifle, 5th Edition (For collectors only)

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Although the Mosin-Nagant rifle was in use for more than sixty years by half the world's military forces, no book in the English language has ever traced its development and identified all its models and variations as manufactured around the world, including in the United States...

NcStar Crossbow with Red Dot NcStar Crossbow with Red Dot

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FEATURES: Compact light weight design-fun for all ages Strong steel cable with brass pulleys Unique rear cocking system Ninety pound draw weight Front and rear sights plus a 3/8""dovetail rail Includes ten long arrows ten short arrows and arrow retrieving kit with string spool & four arrows SPECIFICATIONS: Crossbow with Red Dot Weight: 56...

12 Aluminum High Impact Arrows 12 Aluminum High Impact Arrows

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These Durable Aluminum Bolts Are Tough Enough To Stand Up To Repeated Use. Arrow Length Is Just Over 6.25" Makes For A Great Gift For The Crossbow Enthusiast In Your Life

80 Lbs Cobra Self-Cocking Crossbow Pistol 80 Lbs Cobra Self-Cocking Crossbow Pistol

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This Self-Cocking Crossbow system will streak a steel-tipped bolt more than 160 FPS! Best of all, it's self-cocking. No more contortions or pulled muscles from the 80-lb. draw weight of this beast. Just pivot the arming lever and the heavy-gauge slide and bow cable cocks itself - engaging the automatic safety at the same time...

36 Pistol Crossbow Arrows 50 - 80 Lb 36 Pistol Crossbow Arrows 50 - 80 Lb

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You receive 36 new arrows (3 packs with 12 arrows in each pack). These arrows will work on most 50 and 80lb crossbows. They have a PVC shaft with a metal tip. Color may vary.

Buying A Crossbow - Factors To Consider

First off when you think about buying a crossbow do not get sticker shock when you see a hunting crossbow selling for upwards of $2,000.  Prices vary depending on the styles, make, model, construction, weight, accessories, safety features and materials that they are made from.  Crossbows can be intimidating but they are also a fun hunting accessory.  Price also plays an important part in the quality and performance and can add to the life of the crossbow.  Prices for a low end product start at about $150. 

Traditional bowhunters think of a crossbow as a rifle that shoots arrows but it goes far beyond that misconception. 

Don't overestimate what a crossbow can do, it may shoot 100 yards, but it's not going to be a powerful shot.  A 30-40 yard shot is more realistic and is the farthest you want to be.  Most sights that come with a crossbow package are only designed for up to 40 yards, even though the crossbow can shoot farther.  But the farther distance you go, you lose accuracy and power.

An advantage to crossbows, over compound and traditional bows, is that you are able to cock the bow, which holds the string drawn and ready. Unlike a bow where you may get muscle aches or shakes from holding a bow drawn and ready.   With the arrow rested on the barrel with the feather in vane-guide all the hunter has to do is simply aim and pull the trigger.  So with a crossbow you can sit and wait with it already cocked and ready to shoot, unlike a traditional bow.

Most importantly, there is a direct correlation between distance and speed, it is the bow speed that equates to the distance.  Some states may have regulations on the maximum FPS (Feet per Second) that can be used as a legal crossbow.  It also affects which crossbows can be used for children, and these are typically lighter and more compact.  Be sure to check with your state for complete details on regulations regarding crossbows.  Here is a complete list of all the Department of Natural Resources by State.

Crossbows use shorter arrows, called bolts, versus arrows for bows and the bolts tend to be lighter.  They are great for short ranges up to 40 yards and very accurate, but after 40 yards, the accuracy drops.  Heavier aluminum arrows are recommended and have a down range energy that helps with longer shots.  With closer shots there isn't much difference when it comes to penetration.  Carbon arrows (bolts) are thicker, but lighter.

When buying a crossbow consider these factors:

Design:  2 styles are the recurve and compound.  Both are similar but the compound has smaller limbs, which allows it to be carried and transported or shooting in small areas easier.

Material Construction:  Some crossbows have molded plastic stocks while others are resin coated plywood or laminates.  The downside to plastic is that it is lighter, but it gives off more vibration or shock once it's shot.

Security:  Like all other firearms, crossbows must have a safety for protection.  Some higher end crossbows come with a dual safety.  Be sure to test it out to see how loud it is when you switch it on and off so it does not spook the prey.  Another feature is an anti-dry fire that is valuable to prevent accidental releases that can take off a finger or do damage to the bow.

Asking Price:  If your just starting out with a crossbow, test some out or get a lower end model.  If you like it, then upgrade and add to your collection a higher end that cost a bit more and may be better quality.  Sometimes you get what you pay for and quality can transform into more years of trouble-free service.

Sights:  Most crossbows are sold with a pre-mounted sight (scope). There are a variety of optics available; red dot sights, tubular magnified or standard pin and peep.  If your buying a crossbow package it more than likely will have a 4x scope.

Sling:  Slings or harnesses allow your crossbow to be carried over your back as you climb a tree stand or walk a long distance to your hunting location.

Cases:  Depends on your needs but just like a guitar or rifle case, they come in hard and soft shells.  They allow you to care for your crossbow, great for storage and are for transporting.

Cockers:  Can be one of the most expensive accessories to your package and come in 2 styles: rope cocker and crank cocker.  Can cost $25 to $200.  The rope cocker reduces the draw weight by 50 percent, but the crank cocker does most of the work as a ratchet device that makes more noise.

Packages:  A package price often includes the crossbow, sights, quiver and possibly some arrows to get you started.  It's an out of the box – get you into the field starter set that is made for both high end and cheaper bows.  By bundling some accessories in a prepackage deal you can save some money.

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