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fernando · 25th June 2010, 06:38 PM

Hi Gene,
Such a heavy iron thing hitting into (apparently soft) wood ... what an odd combination

Shouldn't the 'mortar' upper rim be regular, instead of grooved?
Have you tried to simulate some striking? Does it feel plausible?
Fernando

25th June 2010, 06:38 PM	#4
fernando Lead Moderator European Armoury Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Portugal Posts: 9,642	Bizarre Hi Gene, Such a heavy iron thing hitting into (apparently soft) wood ... what an odd combination Shouldn't the 'mortar' upper rim be regular, instead of grooved? Have you tried to simulate some striking? Does it feel plausible? Fernando