Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Javelin
A short throwing spear, used as a shock weapon.
From Encyclopedia
- Fuller
- A shallow flute in the middle of one or both sides of a blade. Lightens the sword and makes it stronger and somewhat flexible.…
- Fort
- See Forte'.
- Slow match
- A slow-burning cord of hemp or flax soaked in saltpetre and then dried. Used to ignite cannon and hand guns.
- Sheath
- See Scabbard.
