Expert opinions about the VMS

[david]

Diane,
I would suggest that

• "who most often pictured crossbowmen in calendars after 1440"
  
• "Does anyone have an idea of why the crossbow in the Voynich manuscript looks as if it's made of wood, and why the archer's hand might be pictured in that position?"
  

Are two very different questions, and it's hardly fair to use a comparision of their answers as a critique of why a "micro-specialist" cannot be relied upon to give an answer.

I'm intrigued by your comment on the Spanish maritime link. Rather than hi-jack the thread I've You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login to view.to ask you about it.