Designed and made in the USA for better quality, better performance! The Greek Ballista and Roman Onager are the granddaddies of all modern field artillery. These models are both fully functional and really work! The Ballista was an engine of war invented by the Greeks in 800 BCE, and later adopted by the early Romans into the Onager. These machines were constructed of different sizes for the various purposes of siege and field warfare. The largest ones could throw projectiles weighing up to fifty pounds as far as 400 yards! Each model uses skeins of twisted rope for power. When not shooting bolts, this model is a great addition to your bookshelf or desktop (and it can help to keep those pesky barbarians out of your cubicle!) Easily assembled in one evening (plus glue drying time). Everything you need is included except for glue and a few simple tools like scissors, sandpaper, a file (a utility knife would be helpful too) some small clamps or rubber bands, and about two to three hours of your time from start to finish. Features include: - Precision cut by computer. - All parts guaranteed to fit properly! - Authentic trigger mechanism - True skein torsion power- not a wimpy spring - Actual range from 10 to 30 feet! - The instructions are highly detailed and complete with full-color photos and diagrams. Some light sanding (or trimming with scissors) may be necessary to smooth any rough edges. We've put a lot of time and effort into making this kit as easy and complete as possible. It's a fun way to learn about history and engineering! Assembled Size, Ballista: - Height: 5" - Length: 12" - Width: 6" (frame only), 11" including arm sweep. Assembled Size, Onager: - Height: 4" - Length: 6" - Width: 3"
W**S
Still in the box...
Because of the amount of cutting and sanding required, I haven't gotten around to building these -- which is kind of a bummer, since they have been sitting on my workbench for a couple of months now.Pieces are mostly cut out from sheets of thin plywood, which you then must remove and clean up before assembling. In my opinion, it's a lot more than the "some light sanding or trimming" described.
K**N
yeahhhh...i don't know get it if you want
i only did the ballista kit, i'm only doing the ballista review. making this weapon is a long business and its rather hard, like building most catapult kits are. the thing that ticks me off is that it (kathryn basson is my mother, in case you where wondering) doesn't shoot for me any more, it did drop a bit and snap its wheel, but that wouldn't mess up the bow string. if i where you i would keep looking for a bit.
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