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Loading a crossbow from a standing position, without (left) and with (right) a stirrup to place the foot in. (infosec.pub)

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[–] el_psd@sh.itjust.works 5 points 4 months ago (3 children)

What's preventing the guy on the right from putting a bolt through his foot if something goes wrong while he's drawing? Is the adoption of the stirrup just down to its benefits outweighing the safety risk, or were people good enough at not shooting themselves that it wasn't a concern?

[–] teft@lemmy.world 19 points 4 months ago (1 children)

You don’t put the bolt on the rail until after it’s cocked.

[–] el_psd@sh.itjust.works 7 points 4 months ago

...

...That makes sense.

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