Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Stechhelm
A 'frog-mouthed' form of
great helm which was worn specifically for
From Encyclopedia
- Crossbow
- A horizontal bow set at 90 degrees to the tiller and spanned by mechanical means. Originally made of horn, wood, and sinew, the bowstave was later…
- Grand guard
- A large reinforcing plate designed for the tilt, attached to the left side of the breastplate to cover the left shoulder, the upper arm and…
- Lance rest
- A support for the lance when couched; this was bolted to the right side of the breastplate and was often hinged.
- Solleret
- See Sabaton.
