Spear? Javelin? Lance?

katana · 11th September 2008, 06:06 PM

Hi Norman,
another 'javelin thrower' (

) .....but my throwing was in the '70's

I can't help thinking this is African, but the pictures are a little small to be conclusive. Also strange that there are no barbs..so possibly unlikely as a hunting / war spear

..but have to agree its a 'thrower'. A nice thing.

Perhaps, on reflection, it was dual purpose, the raised ring could provide 'grip' for one hand whilst the other is gripping the 'coiled copper' end, when used as a long range 'stabber' ...which could be easily pulled back after wounding a victim (hence no barbs

) but, balanced enough to be used as a missile if necessary.

Regards David

11th September 2008, 06:06 PM	#3
katana Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kent Posts: 2,658	Hi Norman, another 'javelin thrower' ( ) .....but my throwing was in the '70's I can't help thinking this is African, but the pictures are a little small to be conclusive. Also strange that there are no barbs..so possibly unlikely as a hunting / war spear ..but have to agree its a 'thrower'. A nice thing. Perhaps, on reflection, it was dual purpose, the raised ring could provide 'grip' for one hand whilst the other is gripping the 'coiled copper' end, when used as a long range 'stabber' ...which could be easily pulled back after wounding a victim (hence no barbs ) but, balanced enough to be used as a missile if necessary. Regards David