Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Claymore
Two-handed broadsword from the 16th century used by the Scotch Highlanders against Englishmen.
From Encyclopedia
- Compound-Hilt & Complex-Guard
- Term for the many forms of hilts in Renaissance and on some late-Medieval swords. Ususally consist of finger-rings,…
- Guige
- Strap which holds a shield up the shoulders or neck.
- Targe
- Small, more flat wooden shield covered with leather or metal-trimmed, later all- steel.
- Gala
- Sword with a carved wooden handle and no guard.
