US Patent 10240890 Stock for crossbow or gun

Embodiments include a stock for a crossbow or gun that includes two stock plates coupled to each other. The two stock plates define a gap. In an embodiment, the two stock plates are coupled to each other with one or more dampening elements. In an embodiment, the two stock plates diverge from each other towards one end of the stock, such that the gap widens towards the front end of the stock. In an embodiment, the stock is configured to shoot an arrow with the cock feather oriented vertically upwards or away from the stock. Other embodiments are also included herein.