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the crossbow
to draw the bowstring of a powerful crossbow to the nut, a windlass
or a cranequin is necessary. though the distance which the bow-string has
to be pulled along the top of the stock is only some 5 or 6 in., no manual
strength could draw it half-way.
fig. 77. - crossbowmen - fifteenth century.
the stooping figure has a windlass crossbow, and is
winding up the bowstring of his weapon.
the erect figure carries a crossbow that is bent by
the metal claw, which may be seen hanging from his belt. see chapter xv.
for a description of the belt and claw.
a crossbow windlass, small though it be, has immense power, and will
draw the bow-string to the nut smoothly and quickly, and with no perceptible
strain or exertion.
to use the windlass, the sheath of its handle end is fitted over the
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