
Lancehead didn't set out to improve gear—they aimed to improve the hunt. Founder Jon Polanich, frustrated by field failures and expensive maintenance on conventional crossbows, spent six months in his garage rethinking the entire category. With acclaimed designer Jim Bond, he created the Lancehead F...
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Lancehead didn't set out to improve gear—they aimed to improve the hunt. Founder Jon Polanich, frustrated by field failures and expensive maintenance on conventional crossbows, spent six months in his garage rethinking the entire category. With acclaimed designer Jim Bond, he created the Lancehead F1: the world's first hunting-grade torsion crossbow.
The F1 replaces the medieval limb design that dominates modern crossbows with Torsion Drive™—a micro-limb system that stores more power in less space. At just 3.9 inches wide, it delivers rifle-shoulder ergonomics with remarkable power delivery.
Key specs: - 370 FPS with 325-grain bolts (99 ft-lbs kinetic energy) - 360 FPS with 350-grain bolts (101 ft-lbs kinetic energy) - 170 lbs draw weight with smooth, controllable power stroke - 9.9 lbs (without accessories) - 35.5" length - X-ring groups at 50 yards during factory testing
Every crossbow ships fully assembled and precision-tuned from their San Jose facility:
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Scope | Hawke XB30 Compact 1.5-6x36 Illuminated Reticle |
| Trigger | TriggerTech Frictionless 2.5 Single Stage |
| Cocking Device | CarbonExpress Quiet Crank |
| Hard Case | SKB iSeries |
| Arrows | 3 Element Bolts + 1 Decocking Bolt |
| Tuning Kit | Pocket-size U-Tune™ String & Cable Tuning System |
| Sling & Mounts | Custom Lancehead design |
| Quiver | Side-mounted, detachable |
Instead of expensive factory repairs for string/cable issues, the pocket-size U-Tune™ integrated tuning kit lets you maintain your crossbow in the field. No more wasted hunting time waiting for repairs.
Shoulders like a rifle — sounds like a recurve. Customers praise the smooth power delivery, compact profile, and field reliability.
The torsion limb design delivers smooth power with lower poundage than conventional crossbows while generating a longer power stroke. Micro limbs generate stunning knock-down power from a 3.9-inch width—making the F1 the most compact high-performance crossbow on the market.
The F1 features interchangeable camo parts, so you can customize appearance without replacing the entire crossbow.
Every F1 is precision-machined, tuned, and fully assembled in the USA. The crossbow ships with:
Warranty registration includes access to instructional videos on safe use, adjustment, and maintenance.
Register your F1 within 30 days to unlock the full 5-year warranty. Unregistered crossbows revert to 120-day coverage.
Orders ship via UPS Ground (5-10 business days).
Allow 3-4 weeks for fulfillment due to demand. Standard ground shipping only—no rush service available.
Report any discrepancies within 10 days. All returns require a Return Authorization (RA) number. Valid for 30 days. Subject to 20% restocking fee. Freight charges non-refundable.
Physical Address 1185 Campbell Ave. F1 San Jose, CA 95126
Mailing Address P.O. Box 594 Redwood Estates, CA 95044
Lancehead partners with other crossbow manufacturers and retailers to advance torsion technology industry-wide. They believe modern crossbow design benefits everyone. If your favorite brand should offer torsion crossbows, Lancehead offers to license the technology.
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