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My Knex Crossbow V2 :D

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Introduction: My Knex Crossbow V2 :D

So, here it is. My second version knex crossbow.please feel free to mod and post but credit me in the instructable.

Pro's: it looks great
            the bow bends perfectly
            it shoots 20-30 ft
            it has a reliable trigger
            it is strong and not flexible
Con's: it could shoot further
             a little tricky to make

Step 1: Parts List

Step 2: The Barrel

This step shows how to make the barrel of the crossbow.

Step 3: The Trigger

This step shows how to create the trigger and attach it to the barrel.

Step 4: The Bow

this step shows how to make the bow and attach it to the barrel thingy ma jig.

Step 5: Putting the Bands On

this step blah blah blah blah blah you get the idea

Step 6: Loading and Firing

this shows how to ............(bored of repeating myself)

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    Strong as a brick? I think not. You need to beef it up to at least 5 if not 6 layers to be able to use a decent amount of bands. I made a layer crossbow that shot real arrows, straight into my bedroom window, unfortunately... >.>

    Have u made it??

    Of course not, I used to make similarly weak designs myself. I don't need to build it.

    If u havent built it then how do u know if it is strong or not??

    Anyway, the point is that I need ideas to make an even better one........

    One idea would be to use a thick bow, so it does not bend or snap off, thus allowing for more elastics/bands which equals more range and power. And another idea would to have the gun atleast 5 layers thick, and a well designed barrel such as the SR-V2's design or the Siprianis's design. And use the trigger system off the SR-V2, it allows for the most power. Those are just my ideas.

    *PS: It really needs a handle.

    A link would be nice to the SR-V2 and Siprianis plz

    Thanks for the advice, i have designed a new trigger mec. that is better than the other. i'll send pic soon