Weapon Review: CROWBARS

The classic zombie weapon has been featured in many movies and games as the ultimate tool against the living dead. Made from very dense steel, these guys are virtually indestructible. Even after smashing thousands of skulls you may only scratch the paint. Perfecting your swing means you probably wont ever need to double-tap, but that durability comes at a heavy price.

Crowbars or pry-bars can weigh 3-4lbs, more depending on the size and girth. This may not seem like a lot, but if you don't regularly lift or run you'll be gassed by the time you kill your 3rd zombie and now you're dead. Standard length for these guys is about 2ft, which is actually pretty short for a melee weapon. I prefer being much further away from my opponent, especially if I'm worried about infectious spatter.

When using the crowbar as a weapon, NEVER lead with the hook. We've seen too many close calls with that claw getting stuck in a skull. The claw end adds extra weight to a swing, but always lead with the back end of that hook. If you haven't secured a proper wrist lanyard to the handle, hold the crowbar by the claw end when you swing. It's less likely to slip out of your tired, bloody fingers. The thin end is more than sufficient to crack a skull.

Smashing zombie heads is one thing, but overall apocalyptic survival is another. Breaking locks, prying open doors, barring door handles when turning in for the night, all jobs easily handled with a crowbar.

In conclusion, a crowbar has a real badass look, but it's probably better suited as a section-level tool in your survival group rather than a primary melee weapon.

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