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Pistol crossbows

It is prohibited indefinitely to supply Ninja pistol and Barnett Phantom crossbows, or any pistol crossbow that doesn't have a safety catch on the firing mechanism.

About the unsafe goods notice

This notice came into force on 16 October 1989 for an indefinite period.

This notice prohibits the supply of:

  • the Ninja pistol crossbow
  • the Barnett Phantom crossbow
  • any pistol crossbow that doesn't have a safety-catch on the firing mechanism.

Read the unsafe goods notice

Notice prohibiting supply of pistol crossbows [PDF, 12 KB]

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