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Old 31st October 2009, 05:06 PM   #8
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Originally Posted by A. G. Maisey
Does this type of spear always have such a short tang?

What is the method of use?
Yes, for the most part .

I think for spears of this quality stabbing and thrusting .
Pictures of simulated combat in this thread .
Lots of Budiaks shown .
http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...ghlight=budiak

IIRC Spunjer has an example with a thumb rest right up near the ferrule .
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