12-19-2006, 01:44 PM
A clay weight of a ball around 3" diameter, with a hollow for the spear shaft would add very minimal weight to the overall construction, though, compared to lead or hardwood of the same size.
The added weight, while shortening the range of the throw, would surely add to the force of impact. A 5 lb spear hits with more force than a 3 lb spear. And all the momentum is focused on a tiny point which might be 1/4mm square. Ow.
The added weight, while shortening the range of the throw, would surely add to the force of impact. A 5 lb spear hits with more force than a 3 lb spear. And all the momentum is focused on a tiny point which might be 1/4mm square. Ow.
M. Demetrius Abicio
(David Wills)
Saepe veritas est dura.
(David Wills)
Saepe veritas est dura.
