This skill is highly neglected because it serves no real purpose. The barbarian has no need of ranged attacks and as such investing in this skill is not a good idea.
Lore[]
Although not as well known for their use of bows and other such ranged weapons, hunters from the Steppes have practiced the use of thrown weapons since earliest times. The open grasslands of their native soil are well suited for taking down game with swift and accurate blows from a hurled blade. It seems a natural evolution and a simple matter for them to have transferred this skill to combat.[1]
References[]
↑Diablo II Manual, page 67. Blizzard Entertainment, 2000.