Attached Link: Rogue Archer Preview

I made this old style crossbow to go with my Rogue Archer textures (see link). But once I built it, I realized I did not really know how people actualy held the darn things. Can anyone point me to some reference pics of people holding this properly? I need to parent it to one hand and create a hand pose for it.

Please note that this is the OLD style crossbow, without the pistol grip or rifle butt. The end is more like a long stick.

I would also appreciate any feedback about whether people like this style to go with the Rogue Archer set, or if a more modern style would be preferable (please note that the textures shown here are not final)

Thanks.