Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Haft
Wooden part of a polearm.
From Encyclopedia
- Bardiche
- Alsocalled berdiche. A pollaxe with a long, slightly curved blade, principally used in north-eastern Europe.
- Grip
- The handle of a sword. Mostly made of wire, leather, wood, ivory, bone or horn. Also a method of holding a sword.
- Harness
- A term used in preference to 'suit' when talking of a complete armour.
- Waisted-grip
- Specially shaped handle. Has somewhat wider middle and narrows towards the pommel.
