Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Basinet

Also called bascinet, basnet. An open-faced helmet with a globular or conical skull enclosing the sides of the face and neck. Usually worn with an aventail, and occasionally a visor.

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Axe
Comes in many forms and is single or two-handed.
'Maximilian' armour
A modern term applied to the style of early sixteenth century armour charac­terized by narrow, parallel fluting, popular during the…
Rapier
Long, double- edged, single-handed sword with a thin blade. Designed to emphasize the thrust. Probably the first…
Zagbnal
Steel pick or beaked axe from India; often engraved and inlaid with gold.
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