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Title
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A South German/Austrian crossbow, 18th/19th century
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Collection Location
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Private location
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Date
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c. 18/19th century
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Location
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South German/Austria
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Description
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This bolt crossbow features a sturdy steel bow secured with metal plates, with a cross-shaped mark on the left side of the coat of arms, secured by wooden wedges. The fine-grained stock has a continuous bolt groove and hunting-themed inlays of polished stag antler, a stag between two trees on the cheek rest, with a suspension ring attached at the front end. A polished catch is controlled by a long release lever, with a pivoting safety on the underside. The slide of the side butt compartment is securely closed.
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Link:
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https://www.hermann-historica.de/en/auctions/lot/id/835512
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Crossbow Top Measurements
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61cm
