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Crossbow Quarrel

Crossbow Quarrel

A quarrel is the tip of a crossbow arrow, or bolt. This crown-point type of quarrel from Pit 1 is for hunting. The quarrel is designed to batter and stun the animal and not to penetrate the skin or damage the fur, which is marketable.




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