And we ought to have a large supply of straps--I wonder what is not fastened by a strap to man or horse?
But straps wear out and get broken and then things are at a standstill unless there are spare ones to be had.

[33] Some of you have learnt to shave spears, so that it would be as well not to forget a plane, and also to carry a rasp, for the man who sharpens a spearhead will sharpen his spirit too.

He will feel ashamed to whet the edge and be a coward.

And we must take plenty of timber for chariots and waggons; there is bound to be many a breakdown on the road.

[34] Also we shall need the most necessary tools for repairs, since smiths and carpenters are not to be found at every turn, but there are few who cannot patch up a makeshift for the time.