Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Doublet
A man's close-fitting jacket with or without sleeves, worn chiefly from the 14th to 16th centuries.
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- Foible
- Special (Renaissance) term for the upper, weaker part of a blade. Does most of the attacking for its speed and nimbleness.
- Falling buffe
- Hinged, face part of a helmet. Can be secured by a leather strap and has flexible lames so it can be lowered for better…
- Quillions
- Special (Renaissance) term for two straight or curved cross-guards (front and back). Called just cross or guard when on Medieval …
- Yeamberren
- Wooden club with a large conical head
