Homemade Pencil Crossbow

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Homemade Pencil Crossbow

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This crossbow is another version of "how to make a crossbow out of a pencil " by war hero153. It is made from different materials but is based on the same idea.enjoy

Materials

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1. 4 pencils
2. At least 8 sizeable elastic bands(but the more the better)
3. A 8x5 cm piece of paper (optional)
4.paper clip (optional
5.more paper and glue (for ammo )
6.Pointy pen/knife

Making the Base

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1.Place two pencils beside each other
2.Attach them together using the elastic
3.Do this so you have to pencils in two groups

Finishing the Base

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1.Get another elastic band and use to attach the two groups
2.make a cross shape
3.this is the one to add the extra elastic bands to strengthen the crossbow

Making the String

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1.Break one elastic band (or two if to small and tie together)
2.Tie a overhand knot at the end of the band
3.Jam it in beside band
4.Do the same on the other side

The Sling and Trigger (optional)

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1.Get the 8x5 paper and fold in half twice
2.use the pointy knife to make four holes
3.Undo the knots in the string and feed it trough both end holes
4.bend paper clip so the end is in the other direction
5.feed trough remaining holes
6.fold bottom of paper at the bottom so it curves

Ammo

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1.Roll paper into a ball
2.Cover inside with glue to keep together and weigh down