Rapier:Equipment standards - Missiles - General

General

1. All projectiles (rubber bands, thrown weapons, arrows, or bolts) must have a mass no greater than 1 lb (460 g).
2. Projectiles must have a minimum diameter of 1/4 inch (6 mm) in any direction during flight.
3. The striking surface of a projectile must be made of a material with at least 1/4 inch (6 mm) give.
4. No part of the projectile, including the support material underneath the padding, can be sharp.
5. Certain types of projectiles can be disallowed from specific scenarios at the marshals' discretion. For example, ball type projectiles, such as small rubber balls thrown by hand or from a sling, may be unsafe on rigid flooring as they may pose a slip hazard to combatants, but may be safe for use on grass and soft dirt.
6. Material that could flake off when hitting an opponent must not be used on striking surfaces.