From Encyclopedia
- Annellet
- The small loops leading from quillions to the blade. Made to protect the finger wrapped over the guard.
- Back
- The no-cutting part opposite the blade. Double-edged swords has no back.
- Nut
- Round pivoted component retained within the stock (tiller) of a crossbow to take the string. It is usually made of solid ivory or…
- Novacula
- Sickle-like tool consisting of a tanged, iron head fitted into a wooden handle.
