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“I’m somewhat dismayed at the lack of instructions” Who are you and what have you done with Cody?

Jeorge Sparve: "Let me show you its features!" Pulls out full auto crossbow made of plywood and rubber that shoots rebar at 200 fps.

You've never heard of the Slingshot Channel? He has lots about crossbows and how to string them and use them.

I was shocked when I bought my first crossbow in 2018. No comparison from my compound bow. Second time I hunted with it (south Texas), I took down a 275lb wild boar at 30 yards. Perfect heart shot. The bolt was still going so fast that it passed clean through and kept on going. For all I know, it could still be in the air! Never did find the bolt.

In my 1000 years old hometown in Germany the schoolkids go for the traditional "Beaver Shooting" every year, when we celebrate a big traditional festival that was initiated first time to celebrate the end of the 30 years religious war (1618 - 1648) in Europe. Nowadays we this Festival includes three parades, two of them in historical correct clothing and uniforms from the times my hometown had to go through. After the parades there is some 17th reenactment, there are camps of the Swedish soldiers, who fought for the Protestants, and from the Emperors troops, who have been catholics. This parades have the highest number of coaches and horses in Germany. My hometown is called Biberach, translating to Beaver Creek, so the crossbow shooting is called Biberschiessen. You see, even today, some people shoot with the crossbow. Even in Germany.

Man... be careful putting your hands inside of those strings when it’s cocked back. The triangle that it forms between the limbs is a no touch zone. If that safety gives out, it’s going to mangle your hand in a way that you couldn’t ever imagine. Load the arrow from the front. It’s better to take an arrow through the hand than it is to get your hand half chopped off. It hurt my stomach watching you load that thing.

So, how many holes in the steel siding did we end up with today? That 2nd set of bolts looked pretty deep as well.

You are so right about the UK 🇬🇧 unfortunately if we try to defend ourselves or our property we face imprisonment ourselves even faced with potential life or death situation, our country is very poorly run

Hello there from New Zealand! Just a tip for you... Mark the string when it's at rest on the bolt groove, so that you can see when the string is pulled back. it is centered properly. Many newbies always pull on the string not knowing that one side of the body is always weaker than the other side, therefore the string tension gets lopsided, and shoots the bolt off target. Also, use a good quality wax on the string, to stop the string from drying out and fraying! Those suckers are expensive! Lol.Good hunting!

First of all, I found myself cringing when your fingers were downrange of that cocked string, while loading the bolt and even when cocking. If that sketchy mechanism failed as you were letting go of the string your fingers would be seriously injured, at best. I had a cheap crossbow when I was a kid and had a lot of fun with it but realize now how much I and anyone nearby was at risk when we were shooting it. The alloy bow finally broke right in the middle while I was cocking it and both pieces whipped back on the string and put two serious gashes in my head, narrowly missing one of my eyes. If you really want a crossbow, get one with a cocking mechanism that keeps your hands in the clear and that can be de-cocked safely. One that you would feel comfortable letting Jack use. I'm 72 years old and still remember the shock of having that broken bow whack me in the head. Jess

In the UK the Crosshow is the last gun like weapon that people can have without a licences or permition from the government.

Come on man! Us east coast guys cold have told you that was gonna punch through the siding. 😂😂😂

Thank you so much for the great review! I have always been interested in crossbows but now I am going to do a little research on the good ones and take the plunge. I like the silent aspect and can see many uses where you might want silence with a backup firearm just in case. I built a compound bow years ago and with practice was pretty good.

I have the wood and metal version of that beast. It doesn't mess around. I got some carbon bodkin tip bolts for mine. I am a little scared of mine. I always need to make sure people are not around in the woods when I shoot it. With carbon fiber bolts with bodkin tips you would be amazed the type of armor that crossbow will blast thru.

These are completely legal to own in the Uk with no power limits too, just have to accept the fact if you shoot someone in self defence with a crossbow you're going to jail.

When you started talking about the home security, I thought you were still talking about the crossbow for a minute.

would highly recommend getting a bag target to not damage arrows after hitting something hard like plywood make sure to inspect arrows before shooting again they can splinter and break on following shots ,great video

I bought one about 8 years ago give or take and it still shoots. Have not changed neither the string or the bow yet. For the price, its VERY good.

Yeah dude, I live in Ireland, we can't legally have a crossbow, we can have a compound bow for archery purposes but if we dare to use it for defence purposes we'd probably be locked up, God bless America, the most free nation on earth, if you can keep it.

Outstanding value. I had an identical one in the UK. Only caveat: don't 'dry' fire it ever as this is the quickest way to destroy the fiberglass bow part.

Mrs. W: 'who shot the Barn Cody?' oh no.

I would love to see some more crossbow content in the future, this video totally changed my mind abt them

My brother is in law enforcement, and he tells me that edged weapons -- particularly arrow/bolt firing -- are scary because they defeat bullet-resistant vests. They are, as you said, "No Joke!"

I owned one of those. It was fun. Keep fingers away from the track when it is cocked, you can lose a part of a finger if it was above the track when fired. The foot stirrup is supposed to swing away but prefer the static foot stirrup.

Great video Mr Wranglerstar! I am hoping for a part 2 if you decide you have the ability to make improvements to this crossbow for the things you didn't like about it, to fix it.

Netherlands here. Crossbows are legal to buy and own from 18 yo and over. Broadheads are not.

Hey @Wranglestar, I also love high-power crossbows! Just make sure to be very careful putting your hand in and around the void between the cocked string and the end of the crossbow. That area is where most injuries occur (think fingers getting hit by all that string pressure). Surely is a powerful and useful tool, cheers!

You dhould totally collaborate with Joerg Sprave! He could show his arsenal of borderline war crime rated crossbows and bows!

I found this channel some time ago through the review of a small survival kit in a sardine can. So I thought it was going to be a survival channel. I had no idea that I was going to see videos about modern homesteading, the word of God, how to be a better man, taking care of your family, raising your children the right way, reviews of good tools and bad tools alike. Basically everything that I aspire to be. As a father of 2 boys and the head of household I appreciate you so much Cody. So much so that I've even considered getting back into the religion I was raised with. I took first communion many years ago and have slowly drifted away from religion as many folks do. I want to be a better father, husband, and a better man overall. I work hard to provide for them and would love to one day own a nice piece of property like yourself. So I can take pride in that as well, and have something to leave my children. I know that this is a crossbow video, but I wanted to let you know that you inspire men to be better. Thank you for all that you do.

That is a beautiful Wilton vise. Work of art as well as a very functional addition to any bench.

I live in the U.K. had one for about 5 years now. For the money I think there spot on. Only we can’t get them on Amazon here we need to use a proper shop or a online shooting shop or prep shop

I have always kept a stringed weapon around as a back up. Quiet, and effective. Glad you found a fondness for the crossbow. You are going to be shocked when you start shooting a high quality bow at over 400 FPS. They are amazing, fun and dangerous. Thanks as always for another enjoyable video!

We have a crossbow and it is my favorite, even more than my compound bow. I always say if someone comes to attack us I'm getting the crossbow out lol. I don't have a gun but we have four bows. It's not as good as a gun but if i point it in someone's face they're going to be scared. Also, be careful how you load it. that string is no joke.

Praying for you and your family in this heat wave and this fire season. Stay safe and God bless you.

This looks like a recreation of the barnett ranger. Good choice on skipping the scope. I had a scope on the original crossbow that this looks based off of. Snapped off after a while. Super cool, I have had a hard time finding parts for my old unit, but this looks like it can be a decent play around with replacement.

Let me show you its features!! Ah ah. But seriously at 4:50 you had the bow cooked and your hand was in the danger zone. Regardless of whether you're in front of the bolt,that string is damaging if it were to catch your hand. Just keep it out of the triangle when cooked and inserting the bolt. Love your vids.

Haha. I have to admit, when you put that target on the wall I thought “He’s not really going to shoot that at his....oh, he did shoot that at his wall.” Sometimes I wish I could pause the video and that would pause real life for you. 🤣

Been loving this new content cody. May God always with you and your family

The best targets for these are high density foam, old phone books and bales of newspaper. Old tires work well, too and don't wear out as fast. The funnest target I've experienced has to be an old car door with scraps of carpeting and rags stuffed in behind the interior panel. If you are unfortunate enough to hit a void, your flights will probably get stripped off, but there is a very satisfying tin-like thump with every impact.

Cody, if you want a quality recurve crossbow, look at Excalibur crossbows. Some of the best made.

That thing gave me the willies just watching, make sure you do a video of a “proper crossbow” when or if you get one

Seems like a great preparedness tool. Reusable ammo for hunting in the event you can't get bullets (like the current shortage).

Crossbows even the cheapest crossbows are a beautiful way for young people to get into archery if they don’t have the strength to pull a boat it gives them the same Phil without the power that is required doing archery! Plus if you think how much better that could be if you’re in a survival situation and having to shoot food if you can get the scope on it and the scope cited in well! Great video

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How soon until the "repairing holes in metal siding" video?

Great review have fun , thanks and God bless you and your family

They have this quality of crossbow on the BudK webpage. Also, many Pawn Shops have these very cheap and a lot have been tricked out for hunting and may even have a quiver with a few Bolts. You have to buy a target from a sporting goods store that's rated for powerful crossbows like Academy Sports, Dick's, Bass Pro, Cabela's. For a small fee, many sporting goods stores will string your crossbow.

Take a look at JoergSprave automatic reloading crossbow. The crossbow is called the Adder. He is a RU-vidr who sells them.

Wow! I got to get me one of those. You might be interested to watch Tod's Workshop, he makes and tests old style weapons and used a crossbow to simulate a longbow with a draw weight that would have been common in days past, not many now that can use a longbow of that type because of the strength and technique required.

Looks fun, never could get into bow hunting but this is definitely interesting.

A quality video, thanks! Learned many interesting points that I didn't know.

Now that you've shot those bolts through plywood and steel toss them, that kind of force likely causes fractures in the carbon fiber and can explode in your face when you hit the trigger. It's happened to many people with compound bows and crossbows. Use bag or block targets rated for crossbows unless you don't care about losing parts of your face and pulling shrapnel out of your chest and arms.

Since your experiencing the high heat and humidity up there, are you considering adding some air conditioning and solar support to your place? to deal with current and future heat waves?

I have a Barnett Jackal. It's on the lower end of the price range but it's still potent enough.

I just ordered the same one. Great information here, thanks

You should look at some of the pistol crossbows as well... They're no-joke either! lol

A link to the cross bow would of been nice can't find this product anywhere on Amazon.

I bought the same one in 2016 and I knew the moment you said 1/2" plywood that it was going through it to the vanes. Those things are crazy powerful and crazy dangerous. Two things you should get for it: a cocking string and bow string wax.

Barnett has always been a good brand. I had one years ago that cocked by breaking the stock right in front of the trigger guard. Never hunted with it , but it was accurate and a lot of fun to shoot.

“ If you ever get shot with a broad head just sit still and prepare to die.” Lol that’s tough

Oddly enough, we can buy crossbows in the UK, and all the extras, including broadheads, just can't use em anywhere.

I love your videos they are the best and can you do some more forest management videos as they help me manage my forest and make it healthier you’re the best wranglerstar keep up the good work

Be sure you check local hunting restrictions! Here in Wisconsin the crossbow must have a Minimum draw weight of 100 pounds, must have a working safety, and must use at least 14" long bolts with a broadhead (no field tips).

Unfortunately Simply Safe can be tricked with a $5 key fob from Amazon. Still beats a zero though.

Apparently they need to include instructions for west coasters to not shoot the wall in their own garage........ what was the thought process on that

Been watching for a couple years, love your videos.

That's a pretty good little crossbow for the price point, went through the plywood and the metal siding with relative ease.

Next up: Professional Homeowner fixed professionally made hole.

This thing must really give you the fiz!

Cody I have an Excalibur. I love my recurve style crossbow because I can service it myself (something to consider if you do but). Also they just recently released a 2 shot crossbow (in case you lose your freedom seed dispenser).

Im not religiuos..in a way that yall are, rather pagan, i kept my roots from Balts and european lands, but can i just tell how much i appreciate and love this channel. It is a relief to the soul to see a homested thats so like minded, just with different beliefs. I congratulate you, sir, on your successes in life and within your family, i hope God, sun and earth will keep you fullfilled🙂

A word of caution. It's easy to get close to a tree/doorway/widow and when you shoot the limbs expand out smack the tree and if it doesn't break the bow it will knock the thing right out of your hands and smack you silly.

Shooting into plywood isn't ever a good idea! with that being said I always enjoy you videos

I bought a nice one a few years back. They make special targets for them that can stop the bolts. I even have a small crossbow pistol that throws short little plastic bolts that will put them through 1/2 in plywood.

You are correct crossbows are serious weapons capable of dealing tremendous amounts of damage

TIL arrows for crossbows are called 'bolts'.

Unfortunately, to not get put in prison in UK and class as "self defence" is that you will need to have a weapon weaker than the attacker (and use it in a disarm/defensive manner) . Ie if they bring a gun, you can bring a knife. If they bring a knife, you bring a pen....... You will also get sued or put into prison for entrapment or simply have broken paving if an attacker decide to trip over them and injure themselves because you didn't put warning signs up, it also has to be illuminated if the attacker decides to come at night.

Nice review. May I recommend the Cheap Shot, MidwayUSA has them on the cheap right now. Not as powerful as this but very fun to shoot and relatively fast follow up shots.

Awesome video. Very helpful. Was wondering on that crossbow myself. I do have a shoulder injury and I'm wondering if there is a crank like item for pulling the string back. Any suggestions?

Big pickup in sales of these after The Walking Dead.

Adding to your comment about getting these as alternatives to firearms. Go check out “The Slingshot Channel” on here for some ideas on some full-auto modifications.

i got one of these like that exact model 150 pound crossbow and those bolts can really go far my friend shot mine at the wood pile one year and just hit the edge of a log and the bolt vanished we couldn't find it anywhere. about 3 or 4 years latter in a field in the opposite direction of where he was aiming i found the bolt while walking my dog and it was a complete half circle and almost half a mile away from the wood pile again in the opposite direction from where he had aimed. also from that i can say the cheap plastic fletching on those hold up surprisingly well to a desert sun

Thanks for the vid. Awsome.

When you decide on the nicer one you’re going to get, please let us know.

Thank you for the upload 😀

Excellent take. I used to do competition archery with a 45 pound bow. For under $100 you can buy something that shoots like an air rifle, has 150 pounds draw, is more accurate than a bow, and delivers the kinetic force of a musket. These are excellent tools, excellent for target shooting, and if you are in America, excellent for hunting.

I am glad there are no instructions. Professional homeowners don’t need instructions. I look forward to the “how to repair steel siding” video. Lol.

I can sympathize with that sweaty PNW forehead sheen. Hope y’all survive this week

I grew up shooting Cross bows . and you are a brave man to shoot in side you Garage or shop .lol I really like that you told People to take care in using it . 150 lbs. doesn't sound like much but it will bring doe large game in the wilderness if you need to feed your family . Thank you for your insight . and you may want to tell People that you can get a cocking string to charge the bow . Good luck and god bless you and your Family .Amen

Finally, a pilot hole pre-drilled for that outdoor power point you always wanted.

I might have to get one! Never even thought about it till now, but of course as always another excellent video

I have one if you install a red dot scope like I did its extremely accurate. Also before you shoot it into a hay bail the bolt will sink into the bail I went to harbor freight and purchased some rubber/foam standing mats the interlocking ones that you can use in front of a machine...Anyway place those pads onto your hay bail then your target onto that that set up will keep the bolts from going through or sink into the nail of hey I’ve done it works great. Also I used a small pointing laser on top of the arrow/bolt rest to sight in the red dot at 35 yards. Its dead on every time

I owned one of these. You could get them for $59 back then. They are not bad, except for the trigger. I modified mine by adding a custom trigger, which made it fairly accurate. Ended up giving it to a friend.

Great video! Now I kind want to see what a more expensive/professional crossbow can do! Cheers

113F out here over the weekend and you are still out in the shop shooting videos. Keep up the hard work!

I just came into possession of one of these. And i can tell you... Its no joke. I just put an arrow through the drum of my wheel barrow and still havent found the arrow.. thats how far it went AFTER penetration

7:02 that hank hill laugh put a big ol smile on my face

I purchased a Cold Steel cheapshot 130 crossbow and had the same reaction, what a wonderful weapon