Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Martel
See War hammer.
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- Arbalest
- Also crossbow. Consists of a bow attached to an arched stick. Is powerful, low-trajectoried weapon. Fires a bolt (a shorter arrow).
- Barbuta
- See Barbut.
- Grand guard
- A large reinforcing plate designed for the tilt, attached to the left side of the breastplate to cover the left shoulder, the upper arm and…
- Spaudler
- A light laminated defence protecting the point of the shoulder and top of the arm, especially popular in Germany.
