19. Hist. August. p. 211 [Vopisc. Aurel. c. 7] This laconic
epistle is truly the work of a soldier; it abounds with
military phrases and words, some of which cannot be
understood without difficulty. Ferramenta samiata is well
explained by Salmasius. The former of the words means all
weapons of offence, and is contrasted with Arma, defensive
armour. The latter signifies keen and well sharpened.