Handcrafted Β· Battle-Proven Β· Shipped Worldwide
Repeating
Crossbow
Ancient engineering perfected. Each weapon built to load, aim, and fire again β faster than any single-shot bow ever made.
Forged in Tradition.
Built for Today.
Every crossbow we craft honours 2,000 years of Chinese engineering β refined for the modern archer, collector, and enthusiast.
Our signature lever-action magazine feeds multiple bolts in seconds β no loose arrows, no fumbling, no delay.
Stocks carved from aged ash, walnut, and bamboo composites β selected for strength, resonance, and beauty.
Hand-tuned limbs and precision-cut channels deliver consistent, repeatable shots at range.
Secure, fully insured international shipping. Your weapon arrives safely β ready to draw.
Compact Power.
Rapid Fire.
The tactical repeating pistol crossbow takes the ancient lever-action magazine mechanism and packages it into a one-handed, ultra-portable platform. Designed for close-range rapid fire, recreational target shooting, and survival scenarios where size and weight are critical.
Unlike traditional full-length crossbows, the pistol format puts the magazine directly in hand β the lever cycles in a single fluid motion, giving you 5 shots in under 8 seconds from a platform you can carry with one hand.
Our pistol models feature ergonomic hardwood grips, a lightweight aluminium or bamboo composite chassis, and pre-assembled magazines that load in seconds. Perfect for new shooters, collectors, and anyone who wants rapid-fire capability in a compact package.
The Weapon That Changed
Ancient Warfare
The repeating crossbow β zhΓΊgΔ nΗ β is not a modern gimmick. It is a 2,000-year-old engineering masterpiece that allowed a single soldier to fire ten bolts before an enemy archer could notch a second arrow. We build ours the same way.
The Arsenal
From entry-level collectors to serious archers and hunters β a repeater crossbow for every hand, every purpose, every budget.
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The Most Advanced
Weapon of the Ancient World
The Chinese repeating crossbow β known in Mandarin as the zhΓΊgΔ nΗ β is considered one of the most sophisticated small arms ever engineered without modern technology. Developed during China's Warring States period and refined under the Three Kingdoms strategist Zhuge Liang, it remained unmatched in rate-of-fire for over a thousand years.
Unlike European crossbows that prioritised single-shot penetration power, Chinese designers optimised for sustained volley fire. Soldiers could discharge an entire magazine of bolts before an opponent could notch a second arrow β changing the entire calculus of battlefield archery.
We study the original mechanisms from historical records, museum collections in Beijing and Taipei, and the work of dedicated weapon archaeologists. Every crossbow we build is true to that lineage. No decorative-only reproductions. Every mechanism works.
Read Our Heritage StoryHow the Repeater Mechanism Works
The genius of the crossbow repeater is its mechanical elegance β one lever motion does the work of four separate actions on a traditional crossbow.
The forward stroke pushes the bowstring back and cocks it against the sear. The magazine slides forward simultaneously.
With the magazine in forward position, the next bolt falls by gravity into the firing groove, perfectly aligned with the cocked string.
The return stroke locks the magazine and aligns the bolt. The trigger is now live. The entire cycle takes under two seconds.
Pull the trigger. The string releases and the bolt flies. Return to step one β the next shot is ready before your target has moved.
From the Tabletop
to Your Hands
The repeating crossbow in D&D 5e is one of the most beloved ranged weapons in tabletop roleplaying β beloved precisely because it echoes a real historical weapon that actually worked exactly as described in the rulebook. No reload action. Rapid fire. Magazine-fed.
Dungeon Masters and players who fall in love with the repeating crossbow at their game table often find themselves searching for the real thing. We built this shop for exactly those people.
Buy With Confidence
We have shipped repeating crossbows to archers, collectors, hunters, and history enthusiasts in over 42 countries. Here is exactly what you get when you buy from us.
Every crossbow is shaped, fitted, and finished by hand in our workshop. No injection-moulded plastic. No offshore assembly line. Real wood, real craft, real mechanism.
Shipped in custom-fitted packaging with full insurance cover. Tracked door-to-door. If it arrives damaged, we replace it at zero cost to you.
If the lever mechanism, string, or magazine fails under normal use, we repair or replace it. We stand behind every weapon we ship β indefinitely.
Not sure which model is right for you? Email or call us before you buy. We help you choose based on your actual use β hunting, collecting, target shooting, or gifting.
Compare All Models
| Model | Draw Weight | Magazine | Stock | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pistol CrossbowCompact | 50β80 lbs | 5β8 bolts | Bamboo/Polymer | Target, Recreation, Gifts | from $89 |
| Zhuge ClassicPopular | 80 lbs | 8 bolts | Aged Ash | Display, Collecting, Practice | $249 |
| Zhuge Warlord | 120 lbs | 12 bolts | Walnut + Brass | Hunting, Archery, Performance | $429 |
| Imperial Display | Display | 8 bolts | Lacquered Mahogany | Collectors, Museums, Gifts | $699 |
What Archers Are Saying
Unbelievable craftsmanship. The walnut stock is absolutely gorgeous and the mechanism cycles so smoothly. Worth every penny β this is a genuine heirloom piece.
I've handled many crossbows and this is the real deal. The repeating mechanism works flawlessly. Arrived beautifully packaged, very fast international shipping.
The Imperial Display Edition is now the centrepiece of my collection. Museum quality is an understatement β this belongs in a gallery. Absolutely stunning work.
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