Pugio grips - why so thin?

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Robert and Eric,

There may be merit in the suggestion that in case of emergency, the pugio could be thrown with force, this accounting for difficult to explain elements of its design. Some solid practical research may provide hints of answers, actually, we're talking experimental archeology here

So, maybe there should be some set tests to be preformed? And someone can log what happens and post pictures about it? What should be done though?

Right indeed! We could easily do it. Some throwing tests with our own pugiones will can produce anyway interesting pics and videos to post here. Though I think that doing some specific training (better if using both hands indifferently) will be necessary before arriving to any result.

Jim,

Do you know the English phrase about the pot calling the kettle black?

Just informed at Goenglish, but I see you missed the case; as you also missed the whole point of the speculative side of the discussion and the chance to keep pleasant this conversation.

Valete,