PHB 6th Printing Errata

[Peter]

File and Metal File in the Equipment list both have the same stats. File (which I would assume means a wooden file) should weigh less.

[Captain_K]

You assume they are the same size... so to keep the weight the same, if the nature of the material and style are different, the size could simply change; 6" vs 9". But its your game, change it if you want or explain it away as I just did.

[Peter]

That is why the lack of equipment descriptions can be an issue. Some of the stuff in there people may have to google to figure out what it is

[Captain_K]

Yep, that is really part of the fun, with nearly all players with laptops or smart phones.. why pay for descriptions, history, images, etc. I recall thinking my Cleric should use the morning star.. that should be a blunt weapon.... had to learn that in an encyclopedia (back in 1980 or so).

I think the Troll like to keep things light, make us work a bit, and saves on book thickness and cost eventually.

I do agree, there are many things that need game mechanic explanation at times, leaving these details to us is fine by me..

Cheers, Capt K