For target shooting or hunting with a crossbow, you need an adequate supply of ammunition. At Meister Messer, you can find bolts and arrows for crossbows in numerous variations. In addition to carbon bolts and aluminum crossbow bolts for recurve and compound crossbows, our range also includes bolts for crossbow pistols. The following guide explains what you should consider when choosing ammunition.
Bolts and Arrows: What's the Difference?
For shooting with a crossbow, both bolts and arrows can be used. While the former were designed exclusively for crossbows and crossbow pistols, the latter are more versatile in their application and can also be used with various types of bows.
The construction of the two types of ammunition also differs. Bolts are usually shorter and more robust than arrows. They often have a shorter shaft and a more stable tip to withstand the forces acting during firing. In addition, bolts are less feathered, which is why they have a less stable trajectory and a shorter range than arrows.
Why choosing the right bolts and arrows is important
If you want to buy arrows or bolts for your crossbow, you should first look at the technical specifications of the sports equipment. Why? Quite simply, not every ammunition is suitable for every crossbow. Incorrect bolts can lead to damage to the device on the one hand and injuries on the other hand. Therefore, it is important to choose suitable bolts or arrows.
The crucial variable in this context is the power requirement of your crossbow or crossbow pistol. For the latter, you typically use bolts designed for a draw weight of 50 to 80 lbs. However, for more powerful crossbows, you will need arrows and bolts capable of withstanding forces of 120 to 180 lbs.
How far and accurately you can shoot with a crossbow depends not only on the model, but also on the ammunition used. As a rule of thumb: Long arrows - such as crossbow arrows with 20 inches in length - offer a long range and accuracy, while shorter bolts have higher penetration power.
Discover our wide range of crossbow bolts and arrows
The bolts and arrows offered in the Meister Messer online shop are tailored to a wide range of needs. Various lengths, types, and materials are available to choose from. While carbon bolts are particularly suitable for beginners due to their robustness, fletched crossbow arrows and bolts made of aluminum are popular among experienced shooters.
At Meister Messer, bolts and arrows for crossbows are available in numerous sizes. For example, we offer crossbow bolts with 6,5 and 7,5 inches in length, but we also have arrows with 14, 16, or 20 inches in length in our range.
If you want to go hunting with a crossbow, you have to travel abroad for sure - for example to Canada or the USA. In Switzerland, crossbows are not allowed to be used as hunting weapons. However, it is not necessarily required to get new crossbow bolts or arrows for such a trip. At Meister Messer, you will also find arrows with detachable tips that can be equipped with a hunting point.
Order bolts and arrows cheaply at Meister Messer
Do you want to buy bolts for your pistol crossbow? Are you looking for crossbow arrows with a length of 16 inches? You will find what you are looking for in the online shop of Meister Messer. However, we not only offer you a wide range of bolts and arrows, but also excellent prices and outstanding service. What are you waiting for? Get to know our product portfolio now and order ammunition for your crossbow easily online.
