From Encyclopedia
- Back
- The no-cutting part opposite the blade. Double-edged swords has no back.
- Etching
- A decorative process frequently applied to the surface of metals especially in Europe from about 1500 onwards; frequently used in conjunction…
- Fingering
- Wraping index finger around sword’s ricasso to give it a greater tip control.
- Pilum
- Roman throwing spear. Has a small, leaf-shaped head on a long and thin iron part attached to a wooden shaft. Effective vs. …
