[Archers] Atlatl

[GEORGE]

Master Seamus, I think this is a reasonable and sound approach. I think it is within the spirit and intent we follow for archery within the SCA and our Kingdom.

In Service

Master Janyn



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From: JAMES FRAILEY
To: Archers,<pjdarby at verizon.net>
Sent: October 26, 2018 at 10:52 AM
Subject: [Archers] Atlatl

Greetings Atlantian Archers. It has come to my attention that there are very little guidelines about Atlatl and equipment documented. Also I see that there is some marketing of Atlatl equipment from such sources as 3-River Archery. (https://www.3riversarchery.com/carbon-express-atlatl-kit.html)

My opinion is I am OK with modern material for Atlatls but I am not OK with modern materials such as carbon darts. I view this the same way we allow modern material for bows and not arrows. My suggestion below for our Target Archery Handbook.

"Atlatl

• Inspection of equipment will in general be the same as for archery equipment.


• Atlatls and darts should be constructed to resemble materials and equipment that existed in-period. Natural materials like wood and bamboo are recommended. In the Kingdom of Atlantia, darts cannot be used that are made of carbon fiber or any other modern materials.


• Darts should be reasonably straight with fletches of feathers, paper, or leather. Points are optional, but if used must be securely fastened to the dart.


• The atlatl itself will be smooth and free of cracks, warps, and bends so as not to endanger the user or others."


So, since I am not King, Queen or the Earl Marshal I am not the last say in this. I welcome all reasonable dialog in regards to crafting guidelines. Please contribute especially those with expertise with this equipment.peter

I look forward to some dialog over this matter. Thank you.


In service,

Baron Seamus McRay
Master of the Pelican
Atlantia Archery DEM













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