Encyclopedia of historical weapons
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Encyclopedia of historical weapons

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Cabasset
Open-faced helmet with a specific almond shaped top (also called a pear shape) with a little point. Most popular with foot…
Elbow gauntlet
The cuff of this gauntlet reaches the elbow, replac­ing both the lower cannon of the vambrace and the couter.
Pilum
Roman throwing spear. Has a small, leaf-shaped head on a long and thin iron part attached to a wooden shaft. Effective vs. …
Waisted-grip
Specially shaped handle. Has somewhat wider middle and narrows towards the pommel.
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