Archery:Equipment standards - Revision history

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	==General standards==		==General standards==
	#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.		#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.

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	==General standards==		==General standards==
	#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.		#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.
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	#You can't use peep sights or kisser buttons on the string.		#You can't use peep sights or kisser buttons on the string.

	==Arrows and ~~Bolts~~==		==Arrows and bolts==
	#The shafts of your arrows must be made of wood or bamboo-like materials.		#The shafts of your arrows must be made of wood or bamboo-like materials.
	#You can have shafts made of a single wood or footed shafts.		#You can have shafts made of a single wood or footed shafts.
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	#The shaft must be sound and without major cracks.		#The shaft must be sound and without major cracks.

	===Specialized ~~Throwing Weapons~~===		===Specialized throwing weapons===
	#Specialized throwing weapons are any weapons that have been designed with more than one impact surface to increase the chances of the weapon sticking in the target. Because they come in a variety of shapes and sizes, they must be judged on an individual basis.		#Specialized throwing weapons are any weapons that have been designed with more than one impact surface to increase the chances of the weapon sticking in the target. Because they come in a variety of shapes and sizes, they must be judged on an individual basis.

	~~[[Category: Target Archery Rules]]~~
	~~[[Category: Target Archery Rulebook \| 2]]~~
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Angele: /* Knives */ edited to remove the phrase Throwing knife, and replace it with knife - due to knives designed for throwing being illegal in many places, but knife throwing as an activity not being illegal

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Knives: edited to remove the phrase Throwing knife, and replace it with knife - due to knives designed for throwing being illegal in many places, but knife throwing as an activity not being illegal

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	===Knives===		===Knives===
	Throwing knives are legal to possess and use in New Zealand for legitimate purposes (such as competition and practice), it isn't legal to bring them into the country.		Throwing knives are legal to possess and use in New Zealand for legitimate purposes (such as competition and practice), it isn't legal to bring them into the country.
	#~~Throwing knives~~ should be of a size and weight that allows them to be thrown safely and easily.		#Knives should be of a size and weight that allows them to be thrown safely and easily.
	#The handle of the knife should be firmly attached.		#The handle of the knife should be firmly attached.
	#The throwing surface should be free of burrs or protrusions that can cut or injure an unprotected hand upon release.		#The throwing surface should be free of burrs or protrusions that can cut or injure an unprotected hand upon release.

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	==General standards==		==General standards==
	#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.		#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.

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	#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.		#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.

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	#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.		#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.

Angele at 08:40, 5 May 2018

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General standards

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	==General standards==		==General standards==
	#SCA archery is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment.		#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.
	#You may be allowed to use modern-style equipment, if it meets these standards, but not all competitions have to allow modern-style equipment. The [[Officers \|Target Archery Marshal-in-charge]] can set requirements for the type or authenticity of equipment, including costume, used in their competitions. [[Suggested period equipment standards]] are included as an appendix to these rules.		#You may be allowed to use modern-style equipment, if it meets these standards, but not all competitions have to allow modern-style equipment. The [[Officers \|Target Archery Marshal-in-charge]] can set requirements for the type or authenticity of equipment, including costume, used in their competitions. [[Suggested period equipment standards]] are included as an appendix to these rules.
	#If you have a disability which means that you need some extra equipment, or equipment that is normally not allowed, so that you can participate, make sure the Target Archery Marshal knows about it.		#If you have a disability which means that you need some extra equipment, or equipment that is normally not allowed, so that you can participate, make sure the Target Archery Marshal knows about it.

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	==General standards==		==General standards==
	#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.		#SCA archery and thrown weapons is about using, making, and knowing about pre-17th century archery equipment, and throwing weapons.
	#You may be allowed to use modern-style equipment, if it meets these standards, but not all competitions have to allow modern-style equipment. The [[Officers \|Target Archery Marshal-in-charge]] can set requirements for the type or authenticity of equipment, including costume, used in their competitions. [[Suggested period equipment standards]] are included as an appendix to these rules.		#You may be allowed to use modern-style equipment, if it meets these standards, but not all competitions have to allow modern-style equipment. The [[Archery: Officers \|Target Archery Marshal-in-charge]] can set requirements for the type or authenticity of equipment, including costume, used in their competitions. [[Archery: Suggested period equipment standards \| Suggested period equipment standards]] are included as an appendix to these rules.
	#If you have a disability which means that you need some extra equipment, or equipment that is normally not allowed, so that you can participate, make sure the Target Archery Marshal knows about it.		#If you have a disability which means that you need some extra equipment, or equipment that is normally not allowed, so that you can participate, make sure the Target Archery Marshal knows about it.

	==Equipment safety==		==Equipment safety==
	# You have the ultimate responsibility for the proper care, [[Equipment inspection guidelines \|inspection]] and safe use of your equipment, and for following these rules.		# You have the ultimate responsibility for the proper care, [[Archery: Equipment inspection guidelines \|inspection]] and safe use of your equipment, and for following these rules.
	# You must not use any equipment that you know is unsafe, or against the rules of the competition.		# You must not use any equipment that you know is unsafe, or against the rules of the competition.
	#The Target Archery Marshal-in-charge, or any assisting Target Archery Marshals can [[Equipment inspection guidelines \|inspect your equipment]] to make sure that it is safe and follows the Kingdom rules. If they find that your equipment is unsafe or doesn't meet the rules, you can't use it.		#The Target Archery Marshal-in-charge, or any assisting Target Archery Marshals can [[Archery: Equipment inspection guidelines \|inspect your equipment]] to make sure that it is safe and follows the Kingdom rules. If they find that your equipment is unsafe or doesn't meet the rules, you can't use it.
	#If you aren't sure about the safety of your equipment, don't use it. You can ask a Target Archery Marshal to [[Equipment inspection guidelines \|inspect your equipment]] for you. They will try to find any safety issues, and let you know what to do about them. They'll also let you know if the equipment doesn't meet the rules.		#If you aren't sure about the safety of your equipment, don't use it. You can ask a Target Archery Marshal to [[Archery:Equipment inspection guidelines \|inspect your equipment]] for you. They will try to find any safety issues, and let you know what to do about them. They'll also let you know if the equipment doesn't meet the rules.
	#The Target Archery Marshal might not find all of the problems with your equipment, so their help doesn't take away your responsibility for your own equipment.		#The Target Archery Marshal might not find all of the problems with your equipment, so their help doesn't take away your responsibility for your own equipment.

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	==Crossbows==		==Crossbows==
	There are mundane laws that apply to the possession and use of crossbows for target archery activities (practices and competitions). A [[Crossbow legislation \| summary of the laws and conditions of crossbow ownership and use in the SCA in Australian states and New Zealand]] is an appendix to these rules.		There are mundane laws that apply to the possession and use of crossbows for target archery activities (practices and competitions). A [[Archery: Crossbow legislation \| summary of the laws and conditions of crossbow ownership and use in the SCA in Australian states and New Zealand]] is an appendix to these rules.

	#You may not be able to use your crossbow at all events, even if you have the appropriate permits and licenses.		#You may not be able to use your crossbow at all events, even if you have the appropriate permits and licenses.