10-06-2013, 06:20 PM
I don't think lead sling bullets are essential, because the sling was a back up weapon. But I love slinging and have lots of lead bullets as well as original Roman bullets.
Many re-enactors use linen bags, there is no definitve material evidence I think for the classic leather loculus, except a slim line leather envelope pouch. Most of the evidence is based on the Trajan's Column relief. Even then there are some people who believe what looks like a satchel is actually a waterskin.
The net bag: I have one but can't see a use for it. I'm putting rations, mainly dried hardtack in my satchel to keep away damp. What could the net bag be used for I wonder?
Many re-enactors use linen bags, there is no definitve material evidence I think for the classic leather loculus, except a slim line leather envelope pouch. Most of the evidence is based on the Trajan's Column relief. Even then there are some people who believe what looks like a satchel is actually a waterskin.
The net bag: I have one but can't see a use for it. I'm putting rations, mainly dried hardtack in my satchel to keep away damp. What could the net bag be used for I wonder?
Paul Elliott
Legions in Crisis
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/17815...d_i=468294
Charting the Third Century military crisis - with a focus on the change in weapons and tactics.
Legions in Crisis
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/17815...d_i=468294
Charting the Third Century military crisis - with a focus on the change in weapons and tactics.