Lot 2981
A heavy Bavarian target crossbow, end of 19th century
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1366 Lots
Description
Sturdy original steel bow (pitted), screwed bow mount. Original hemp string. Wooden tiller with bone inlays (small cracks and repairs). Spring steel bolt holder. Intact flap lock with set trigger. Adjustable open sight with rear sight slot and threaded hole for a screw-in diopter. At the tiller occasional pressure marks and chips, at the upper side engraved ‘1477’. In addition a later spanning lever. Partially slightly damaged, with signs of wear and age. Length 73 cm, draw length 66 cm.355390
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