Re: Slingshot ??
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I'm a wrist rocket guy too think got 3 different models. One regular two folding style. I don't think bands are as good as in years past. I usually kept one under seat my truck. Seem ok in winter but summer heat ruins them bands fast. I got jar full different size steel bears. Also if need ammo when pour round head fishing jig. Make hang full 1/4 round head no hooks.
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Re: Slingshot ??
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Soybeans at harvest time make decent cheap ammo too if you have access to them :-)
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Re: Slingshot ??
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Someone said "The last time this thread went around I think someone said .40 cal roundballs were the best sling shot ammo." and if that is the same as 3/8 ounce round sinkers - lead- then I agree. You feel it when you shoot and they het hard, never even thought of using my glass marbles, they were to valuable at the time.......jk
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Re: Slingshot ??
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Wrist Rocket's are awesome, as noted, buy extra rubbers, wear safety glass's, and I buy 5 lb sacks of Buck shot for ammo.
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Re: Slingshot ??
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Sling Shots (Slingshots) - Primitive Weapons Sling Shots were ancient, primitive weapons used by Native Americans that required minimal resources or technology to construct. Hurling stones using Sling Shots (slingshots) demanded little equipment and not much practice to be effective. However, the accuracy of sling shots was totally dependent on the shooter. Native American children were encouraged to use sling shots from an early age and by the time they were old enough to participate in hunting and warfare their skills and accuracy were considerable. Nearly all of the ancient tribes of Native Americans used sling shots but as they are deemed to be inferior weapons and made of perishable materials, few ancient sling shots have survived and are rarely depicted in the paintings of the period. I never realized it until I started getting into researching proper slingshot technique. Its really big in non firearms countries . They call it a Catapult. Not slingshots ? Google that and you will find some great stuff to watch. I believe you may be correct.
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Re: Slingshot ??
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So, where are all you bible thumpers, now?
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Re: Slingshot ??
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If you ever fooled with one, a shot to the head could real easy kill a man. Havnt in a while but I made them when I was a kid. Accuracy takes time. Takes a bit to learn you dont try and put muscle in it you want to get some speed going. And you can. Such a simple thing will really chuck a rock.
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Re: Slingshot ??
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Can we at least agree on terminology.
A sling uses cordage and is launched by swinging.
A slingshot uses elastic to accelerate ammo
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Re: Slingshot ??
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I always used a wrist rocket, when I was a kid. But, I think, a sling would be fun to make and learn how to use it! I bet, a sling will be way more stronger than any sling shot! At least, that’s what I think! . . . and you would be correct in your assumption. Centrifugal force is far stronger in energy released than direct "non rotating" propulsion.
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Re: Slingshot ??
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Why care?. You're hurling a projectile by means of an apparatus. I don't care how or which one is better, or any of that. I just want to understand which one someone is talking about.
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Re: Slingshot ??
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Centrifugal force is far stronger in energy released than direct "non rotating" propulsion. Now there is a pretty strong statement. It could be true in the world of sling vs slingshot, but not as a stand alone generalization. If I go to a sling, though, I may have to put on a small addition to my hunting blind.
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Re: Slingshot ??
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This is why rifles have lands and grooves and are now days "jacketed" ? - Centrifugal force
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