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Skybird · 11-22-13, 12:55 PM

"Strongest bow"? You mean as an overall assessment? Maybe. Maybe not.

Physically, a compound bow is superior in range, precision and power brought onto the arrow=penetration power. The arrow also flies more stable. A Longbow on the other hand should be more silent, and allow a faster shot frequency.

Compound Bows are the most superior arrow-weapon ever designed, leaving both crossbows and the mystically transfigurated English Longbow behind.

In fact the penetration power of even just a medium quality compound bow and a good arrow of the medium prize segment is absolutely fearsome. I have seen it driving its head through 15 cm of hard oak at 15 meters, and sticking out on the other side several centimeters. One needs to see that oneself in order to believe it, its absolutely fearsome. Many small arms ammunitions would not be capable to achieve that. See it once with your own eyes - you never handle your bow the same way as before, but now with much more respect and caution.

11-22-13, 12:55 PM	#87
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 40,496 Downloads: 9 Uploads: 0	"Strongest bow"? You mean as an overall assessment? Maybe. Maybe not. Physically, a compound bow is superior in range, precision and power brought onto the arrow=penetration power. The arrow also flies more stable. A Longbow on the other hand should be more silent, and allow a faster shot frequency. Compound Bows are the most superior arrow-weapon ever designed, leaving both crossbows and the mystically transfigurated English Longbow behind. In fact the penetration power of even just a medium quality compound bow and a good arrow of the medium prize segment is absolutely fearsome. I have seen it driving its head through 15 cm of hard oak at 15 meters, and sticking out on the other side several centimeters. One needs to see that oneself in order to believe it, its absolutely fearsome. Many small arms ammunitions would not be capable to achieve that. See it once with your own eyes - you never handle your bow the same way as before, but now with much more respect and caution. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.