Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Buff-coat
Heavy coat from buff-leather worn alone for light protection or under armor.
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- Forte'
- Also prime or fort. Special (Renaissance) term for the lower part of a blade. Does most of the parrying and has more…
- Quarterstaff
- Long (6-10 ft), massive pole for personal defense yet very dangerous in skilled hands.
- Ricasso
- The dull part of a blade right above the hilt. Made for fingering. Not all swords have it.
- Skull
- The part of a helmet covering the top, back and the sides of the head above the ears. It can also denote a simple metal cap.
