FAQs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIs it bad to leave a crossbow cocked?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Yes to leave a crossbow cocked for a longer period causes stretching of strings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How long can you leave a crossbow cocked?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
To prevent early stretching of the string and cables, don’t leave your crossbow cocked for more than 24 hours at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How long can a crossbow stay loaded?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
A crossbow can stay loaded for 24 hours. After that premature stretching occurs.
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