04-10-2008, 01:20 AM
Paul B. wrote:-
...before we get too carried away with the science of "pool cue" spear designs, might it not be as well to remember that right up until sometime around the early 400's ( and maybe later), the spear shaft appears to be non-tapered, and the 'balance point' the middle of the spear, (judging by the majority of the epigraphical evidence)? Notwithstanding this, spears are still shown being held further back, particularly underarm against cavalry....but as the shaft is not tapered and the balance point appears to be in the centre, strong wrists sre implied !!
Quote:Also, I have yet to figure out the math, but for any given weight of spear(sauretor, point, and shaft), assuming a uniform taper, there should be an optimum balance point that maximizes the reach of the weapon. Essentially the length of the "lever" in front of the fist balanced by that behind it.
...before we get too carried away with the science of "pool cue" spear designs, might it not be as well to remember that right up until sometime around the early 400's ( and maybe later), the spear shaft appears to be non-tapered, and the 'balance point' the middle of the spear, (judging by the majority of the epigraphical evidence)? Notwithstanding this, spears are still shown being held further back, particularly underarm against cavalry....but as the shaft is not tapered and the balance point appears to be in the centre, strong wrists sre implied !!
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