Though crossbows are widely known as a staple of hunting and warfare in medieval times, they are still every bit as useful and powerful today. A revolutionary tool upon its invention, the crossbow is generally viewed as easier to operate than a traditional longbow, and packs plenty of power.

It is unclear whether the crossbow was invented in China or simply popularized by the Chinese, but it spread quickly. Evidence of handheld crossbow use dates back to the 4th century A.D., and the rise of its use as a weapon spelled the end of the era of armor-clad knights dominating battle, as the powerful bolts of crossbows made them vulnerable targets for safely located crossbowmen.

Even today, the crossbow remains a popular weapon, as it holds valuable trumps for hunters, military, and law enforcement relative to conventional firearms. The crossbow is the weapon of choice for hunters aiming to act in silence, as they can be configured to produce very little noise when firing. The crossbow’s low level of recoil also makes it easier to handle for many hunters. In modern-day China, the crossbow is even used by police alongside conventional military weapons, especially when controlling riots. The crossbow’s usefulness and versatility remain, even in an age of sophisticated firearms.

Though the firearm has replaced the crossbow as most soldiers’ weapon of choice in wartime, the crossbow is still treasured by hunters and collectors, and the crossbows made today are more powerful and exquisite than ever. If you have thought of getting a crossbow but have been wary of the cost, there is good news—now at Armory Replicas, you don’t have to pay big bucks to get the crossbow of your choice! Armory Replicas offers a wide variety of crossbows, and with Memorial Day sale prices that can’t be beaten, now is the time to add one to your arsenal! With savings of up to 80%, Armory Replica’s deals on crossbows have to be seen to be believed.

If you want a Striker 150 pound pre-strung crossbow or a Sting Ray 130 pound recurve crossbow, now is the time to grab it—an absolute steal at $99.99 each! The mighty Striker II 150 pound compound crossbow at over 70% off its list price is a bargain for the ages too, and only available for a limited time at Armory Replica.

This sale is not to be missed—hurry and score a crossbow at an unbelievable bargain, as the deal ends on June 6th, 2014!