04-02-2008, 02:43 PM
Ave Fraters,
All interesting and I can see the merits of testing, but how about this "idea". Could it be that the scutum was not meant to be as tough as some want to believe? Could this item have been made cheaply, to be used and replaced as needed.
I am only guessing here, but would there be dangers to both the soldier and his mess mates in using an item damaged in battle (or in daily wear and tear) or the time, effort, and money in repair, or would it be just easier to issue a new one?
I can see a soldier being "issued" many over his time in service, as compared to taking care of only one.
Just a guess?
All interesting and I can see the merits of testing, but how about this "idea". Could it be that the scutum was not meant to be as tough as some want to believe? Could this item have been made cheaply, to be used and replaced as needed.
I am only guessing here, but would there be dangers to both the soldier and his mess mates in using an item damaged in battle (or in daily wear and tear) or the time, effort, and money in repair, or would it be just easier to issue a new one?
I can see a soldier being "issued" many over his time in service, as compared to taking care of only one.
Just a guess?
Roman Name: Gaius Marcius Gracilis
AKA: Mark Headlee
AKA: Mark Headlee
