Why did David choose smooth stones instead of the sharp one?

Question

Just curious, because imagine if i want to throw something and seriously damage somebody (not that i would), I'd probally go for something sharp?

Answer 1

i would guess they would fly straighter ..

Answer 2

Those weren't just sling shots like Bart Simpson carries. A sling was an acient military weapon. Slingers tried to select smooth stones for two reasons. First, it is easier to estimate the weight of a smooth, round stone. Second, it has less uneven wind resistance. Both considerations improve the accuracy of the throw.

Answer 3

Sharp ones could damage his slingshot, and ricochet off Goliath so the impact would be less. With a smooth stone he was sure of more area being impacted than with a sharp stone.

Answer 4

Aerodynamics, and the fact a solid, smooth stone could cause just as much, if not more, damage upon impact.

Answer 5

Slingshots weren't designed for sharp stones.

Not being a scientist, but knows a little bit about wind resistance, a consistant surface would improve accuracy.

Answer 6

Smooth stones are aerodynamic, and thus easier to aim. Slings are dangerous because of the velocity of their stones.

Answer 7

Faster

Answer 8

Smooth ones make it easier to accurately aim a sling.

Answer 9

to show it wasnt a stone that did it
not himself
But as he said" and all this assembly shall know that the Lord saveth not with sword and spear ; for the battle is the Lords , and He will give you unto our hands "

IT WAS GOD

Answer 10

smooth stones are more aerodynamic so they will go faster.

Answer 11

because those make much better missiles in a sling