Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Forte'

Also prime or fort. Special (Renaissance) term for the lower part of a blade. Does most of the parrying and has more strength and control.

Encyclopedia of historical weapons

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Brigandine
Form of coat-of-plates with hundreds of small plates, partially covering each other. Mobile yet protective.
Byrnie
Mail shirt with elbow-length sleeves, ends in the middle of the beholder’s thighs.
Pummel
See Pommel.
Waster
Also bavin or cudgel. Wooden practice sword.
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