# Handmade Deadly Weaponry ARMORS Has a Kickass Medieval CROSSBOW Up For Sale By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-04-05 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medieval-crossbow References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/medieval-crossbow/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/69311986/medieval-crossbow) When it comes to [badass knight weaponry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enchanter-merlin), the Medieval Crossbow from ARMORS is about as close as it gets to owning the real deal. ARMORS is a shop on [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copper-sheath-dagger) that sells multiple styles of crossbows as well as [shoulder armor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armortex-jacket) and bolts to go along with the projectile slinging weapons. The Medieval CROSSBOW has a tension of 14-16 kg and comes with a steel arch that it demountable. For the grown man who always dreamed of living in the life of a knight, the Medieval CROSSBOW from ARMORS will definitely give him a small dose of the dragon-slaying lifestyle. There's probably some rules and regulations that would come with owning a Medieval CROSSBOW. Like any weapon, you'd probably want to keep this away from kids. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Medieval Weaponry Revival:** The rise in popularity of handcrafted medieval weaponry is creating opportunities for artisans and manufacturers to cater to the demand for authentic knight weaponry. - **Etsy as a Platform for Unique Weaponry:** The success of ARMORS on Etsy highlights the potential for other niche weapon sellers to reach a global audience through the online marketplace. - **Adults Pursuing Childhood Dreams:** The appeal of owning a medieval crossbow reflects a trend of adults seeking to fulfill childhood fantasies, presenting opportunities in the entertainment and experiential industries. ### Where This Applies - **Artisanal Weapon Manufacturing:** The market for authentic handcrafted medieval weaponry presents opportunities for artisans and manufacturers to cater to a niche but passionate customer base. - **Ecommerce and Online Marketplaces:** The success of ARMORS on Etsy demonstrates the potential for niche weapon sellers to find a global customer base through online platforms, revolutionizing the way weapons are bought and sold. - **Fantasy Entertainment and Experiences:** The demand for owning medieval weapons among adults signifies a market for immersive experiences and entertainment that can cater to those with a passion for the medieval period. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adult-Targeted Foam Disc Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disc-blaster.md) - [Digital At-Home Archery Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-archery-game.md) - [Carbon Fiber Handle Axes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-reaper-damascus-axe.md) - [Medieval Building Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lion-knights-castle.md) - [Realistic Archery Simulators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-fitter-smart-archery-and-shooting.md) - [Sci-Fi Foam Dart Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ee3-blaster.md) - [Medieval-Era Sound Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teenage-engineering-ep1320-medieval.md) - [Wooden Military Replica Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m142-himars.md) - [Miniature EDC Sword Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-katana.md)