FAQ'S
Q. Do I need a licence to own a crossbow or archery bow in the UK?
A. No it is legal to own any kind of crossbow or archery bow but you must be over 18 yeras of age.
Q. How quickly will I receive my crossbow?
A. We aim to dispatch your crossbow within 48 hours of recieving your order (usually same day).
Q. Is my payment secure?
A. We use Protx & Lloyds TSB (we do not use Paypal).
Q. Who are www.outdoorhobbies.co.uk?
A. They are our parent company and take all customer payments.
Q: What is the difference between compound crossbows and a recurve crossbows?
A: The difference between a compound crossbow and a recurve crossbow (or any archery bow) is that the compound bow incorporates a set of cams or wheels into the limb assembly. On the recurve bow the string attaches directly to the limbs. The benefit of the compound crossbow is that it allows the user the benefit of "let-off." (Let-off is a term used to describe the reduction in draw weight by percentage when the wheels roll over from the action of drawing the string.) A compound crossbow will "let-off" 50% from a 150-lb draw weight to 75 lbs. when the wheels roll over. Not only is it easier for the user to cock a compound crossbow, but it is also less mechanical stress on the trigger mechanism.
Q: What are the strings made of?
A: The actual main string is made of B-50 dacron and the centre servings are made of 150-pound tensile-strength braided fast-flite. The fast-flite centre serving provides high durability at friction points.
Q: What type of crossbow bolts should I use with my crossbow?
A: When using compound, a 20"+ crossbow bolt is recommended. When using a recurve crossbows a 16" crossbow bolt is recommended but you should check with your crossbow supplier first.
Q: How long should strings last?
A: With proper maintenance of the string and the crossbow itself, the string should last a minimum of 100 shots, with several hundred shots not uncommon. Proper maintenance includes applying lube wax to the area where the string touches the flight track, keeping the flight track surface area free of nicks, gouges, burrs, dirt, debris, etc.
Q: How do I replace a string on a recurve bow?
A: Using the old string follow the same procedure that you would use when using the cable stringer. Insert the new bowstring loops through the loops of the old string and seat over the nock-ends. Check loops, bowstring and new string for proper seating on nock-ends. Grasp new string very tightly while pulling upwards with one hand. Release safety and pull trigger with other hand. You then lower string very slowly. Take off the old string and you are done.
Q: Can I get something to help me cock the crossbow?
A: For crossbows of 150lbs and over it is advisable to use either a rope cocking device or, if the crossbow supports one, a crank cocking device. Repeated drawing of this strength crossbow is very energy zapping!
Q: What is so special about your Nemesis range?
A: The new Nemesis compound range have been designed to fire smaller crossbow bolts acurately over long distances. The crossbows are very easy to cock but deliver awesome power and acuracy and they are the only range to offer compound pistol crossbows.
