Item:Book of master tinkering instructions/Chapter 1/Crossbow crafting instructions
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A page of the Book of master tinkering instructions, chapter 1: crossbow crafting instructions.
| Book | Book of master tinkering instructions |
|---|---|
| Chapter | 1 |
| Lowest book | Apprentice |
The book page below is quoted as read in game on 11 November 2026. Page numbers shift when recipes are added or the books are re-sorted; the chapter page has the current list.
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You page through the chapter and begin to understand how crossbows are crafted. The first step is to locate lumber in a sufficient quantity for the type of bow being crafted. Although many crossbows are comprised of a single piece of wood, it is often necessary to have enough lumber on hand to allow the crafter to be selective. The extra wood is also useful in some designs as backing material or inlays for the grips. Crafters should always refer to the ingredients list to ensure all components are on hand before beginning work. Once the wood is selected and the page is studied, a drawknife is required. By scraping the lumber with the drawknife it will begin to take shape and flatten out where needed. After this step, a carving knife is needed. Repeated carving of the unfinished crossbow is then alternated with adjusting with Tinker's tools. These specialized hammers, drivers and files allow intricate manipulation of the craftable. Certain events may arise during crafting that will require additional tools to address. At some point the crossbow will need to be assembled with one or more mechanisms. The bow will need to be pushed with clamps to secure it and the mechanisms for manipulating them into place within the stock. This part is accomplished by pulling the crossbow with pliers. The process may be repeated several times, especially for the more complicated assemblies. At last the crossbow will be ready to be assembled with bow string and finished by applying stain to it. The stain provides sufficient protection from normal use, but an additional finishing enhancement is available to lacquer and seal the material for adventurers seeking a more rugged construction.