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Matchlock · 23rd March 2014, 01:32 PM

Hi,

Just a short aside from the Romanian crossbows.
I've got images of one of the greatest rarities ever: a whistling crossbow bolt! (German: Heulbolzen). The air in those holes made it whistle and howl as it went, producing a psychologically dramatic effect on the side of the opponents.
This is the only one I have ever seen in 40 years, museums, auctions - all.

Best,
Michael

23rd March 2014, 01:32 PM	#274
Matchlock (deceased) Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bavaria, Germany - the center of 15th and 16th century gunmaking Posts: 4,310	Hi, Just a short aside from the Romanian crossbows. I've got images of one of the greatest rarities ever: a whistling crossbow bolt! (German: Heulbolzen). The air in those holes made it whistle and howl as it went, producing a psychologically dramatic effect on the side of the opponents. This is the only one I have ever seen in 40 years, museums, auctions - all. Best, Michael Attached Images Last edited by Matchlock; 23rd March 2014 at 02:17 PM.