Hawaiian sling
weapon
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The Hawaiian sling is a simple spearfishing weapon. It consists of a wooden tube with an elastic loop at one end. The shaft, tipped with a spearhead, is drawn through the tube and pulled back, stretching the loop. When released, the shaft is propelled forward. This device allows for greater velocity and force when throwing a spear. Spearfishing itself is an ancient practice that evolved into a sport, with the Hawaiian sling being one of the simplest modern underwater weapons used.123
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