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Norman McCormick · 7th February 2010, 04:26 PM

Hi Richard,
Many thanks for the info, I was aware of the purpose of the ear and rivet it was the ear shape that I was not sure about re a practical application but from your answer it appears there was no reason for one shape over another other than aesthetics. Thanks again.
My Regards,
Norman.

Jim McDougall · 8th February 2010, 03:44 AM

Richard, thank you so much for the response to my questions on the yeomanry, fencible volunteer regiments!! The amazing detail you provide is priceless, and it would take forever and countless volumes to find that kind of information.
I had no idea that Wooley, Deakin and Osborn were actually in a cavalry unit! Now thats dedication, actually using thier own products in drill.
The anecdote by Sir Walter Scott is fantastic and gotta save that one!!

Gotta admit I'd be pretty concerned if I went to the doctor and he came in wearin a helmet and flak jacket!

All the best,
Jim

7th February 2010, 04:26 PM	#1
Norman McCormick Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1,631	Hi Richard, Many thanks for the info, I was aware of the purpose of the ear and rivet it was the ear shape that I was not sure about re a practical application but from your answer it appears there was no reason for one shape over another other than aesthetics. Thanks again. My Regards, Norman. Last edited by Norman McCormick; 7th February 2010 at 11:18 PM.

8th February 2010, 03:44 AM	#2
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,417	Richard, thank you so much for the response to my questions on the yeomanry, fencible volunteer regiments!! The amazing detail you provide is priceless, and it would take forever and countless volumes to find that kind of information. I had no idea that Wooley, Deakin and Osborn were actually in a cavalry unit! Now thats dedication, actually using thier own products in drill. The anecdote by Sir Walter Scott is fantastic and gotta save that one!! Gotta admit I'd be pretty concerned if I went to the doctor and he came in wearin a helmet and flak jacket! All the best, Jim