Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Surcoat

Also overcoat. Long, tunic-like piece of cloth worn over armor to keep the dirt, rain and sun heat out and present the wearer’s coat of arms. Comes in many forms. Originally reached almost the wearer’s heel but develeoped into a shorter and more fitting form.

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Cut-and-Thrust Sword
Quite thin, tapered sword with compound hilts suitable for fingered grip.
Gambeson
Quilted and embellished coat-armor.
Klappvisier
A modern term for a globular visor worn in Germany in the fourteenth century to accom­pany the basinet; it only covered the…
Slow match
A slow-burning cord of hemp or flax soaked in salt­petre and then dried. Used to ignite cannon and hand guns.
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