Make a Crossbow from Garbage

This DIY crossbow could come in handy if you're ever in a pinch.

If you've always wanted a crossbow but just didn't want to spend the money on one, this could be the route for you.

Watch this video and learn how to make one from garbage.

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Dumpster diving can lead the survivalist-minded individual to an abundance of usable items. In a video Genius Craft shared on Facebook, we see one very epic crossbow build that starts from someone else's trash.

If you can, try to take a mental note of the steps he took to complete this project. In a survival situation, that knowledge could really come in handy.

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