Patent ID: 7997258
Filing Date: 2011-08-16
Classification: F41B

Abstract:
1. A crossbow comprising in combination: a. a riser having a central portion and opposing end portions; b. first and second limbs coupled to the opposing end portions of the riser, the first limb extending from the riser toward a first limb tip, and the second limb extending from the riser toward a second limb tip; c. a bowstring extending between the first limb tip and the second limb tip for propelling an arrow; d. an elongated frame member having front and rear opposing ends, the front end being coupled to the riser, e. a bowstring release coupled to the rear end of the elongated frame member, the bowstring release having a trigger mechanism adapted to be operated by a finger on a user's first hand, the bowstring release being responsive to the trigger mechanism for selectively releasing the bowstring when a user operates the trigger mechanism; f. a first grip disposed proximate to the trigger mechanism and being adapted to be grasped by the user's first hand; and g. a rail having opposing front and rear ends thereof, the rail extending along and below the elongated frame member, the rear end of the rail being secured generally proximate to the rear end of the elongated frame member, the front end of the rail extending forwardly generally toward the front end of the elongated frame member and spaced apart therefrom, the rail avoiding physical coupling with the riser except proximate to the rear end of the rail, the rail being adapted to assist the user in supporting the crossbow during release of the bowstring.