Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Ventail
An integral flap of mail attached to the coif in the thirteenth century; it could be drawn across the mouth to protect the lower face.
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- Jamber
- See Greave.
- Surcoat
- Also overcoat. Long, tunic-like piece of cloth worn over armor to keep the dirt, rain and sun heat out and present the…
- Dolabra
- Axe-like tool/weapon used by legionnaires; socketed head attached to a wooden handle.
- Full moon
- Parrying weapon consisting of a steel ring attached to a handle with two curved blades fitted to either end; outer edges of the ring and the blades…
