That is not an uncommon guess, but the argument against it is that these took some sophistication to make. This isn't some disposable gewgaw. These were made with relatively tight tolerances and exhibited the best metalworking fabrication of the age. One theory I've seen seriously floated was that they were made as a demonstration of metal working competency, the equivalent of a benchy in 3D printing.
BalderSion
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For ages I've wanted to run a Friar Tuck themed drunken master style of Monk. In the right group and setting it could be loads of fun.