[viasta]

But then, a bow does way less DPS than a crossbow, so if you don't have much STR in your build, a bow isn't really recomendable. Also, if you're DEX/END, using an xBow makes sense because
1. You'll have more DPS
2. The aim difference is made up for by the DEX
3. You'll have a higher crit rate, to make up for your lack of SPR.

Just my opinion...

Oh, and @Kanaki, go for a bow! You're pure STR, and unless you're spamming skills a lot, don't keep the xBow.

I use both weapons, since both bow and xbow of my are green and are good. But I use my bow mostly, I dont care if I take time to kill mobs :P, i have all the time in the world