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Title
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A Chinese repeating crossbow, late 19th century
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Collection Location
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Private location
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Date
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c. 19th century
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Location
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China
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Description
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This chinese composite repeating bow is operated by a prod made out of horn, bamboo, and glue-embedded animal sinew, with a fiberstwisted rawhide bowstring strung across. The trimmed edge redwood body features a lever, a bolt box, as well as the T-shaped handle. The bolt box features a bolt guide along the bottom of the box for bolts and a catch for the string. A rail is also along the top, perhaps for sight or attaching attachments.
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Link:
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https://www.hermann-historica.de/en/auctions/lot/id/794760
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Crossbow Top Measurements
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84.5cm
