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In support of the in-swinging ballista theory.
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(05-01-2017, 04:25 PM)GunthamundĀ Hasding Wrote: Interesting

well the definite advantage of the inswinger is that you have noting in the way of the projectile, with a grenade you would want this. With an arrow might be a different sory although given the fact that the Romans were really inventive the inswinger is not necessary a no go

One thing I forgot to mention is that these were not intended as high power weapons in other words it doesn't kill by the power of the blow, maybe even you could catch the bomb though you may not want too Wink

Also the width of the device is probably important for moving it in a trench without having to dismantle it and the in-swinging arms makes it easier to use in a confined environment.

Here is the GB patent for the device (Original document: GB100177):

https://worldwide.espacenet.com/publicat...cale=en_EP#
Ivor

"And the four bare walls stand on the seashore. a wreck a skeleton a monument of that instability and vicissitude to which all things human are subject. Not a dwelling within sight, and the farm labourer, and curious traveller, are the only persons that ever visit the scene where once so many thousands were congregated." T.Lewin 1867
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RE: In support of the in-swinging ballista theory. - by Crispianus - 05-02-2017, 08:08 AM

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