Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Skull
The part of a helmet covering the top, back and the sides of the head above the ears. It can also denote a simple metal cap.
From Encyclopedia
- Gisarme
- Solid and bulky, ornamental spear-like polearm.
- Quillions
- Special (Renaissance) term for two straight or curved cross-guards (front and back). Called just cross or guard when on Medieval …
- Doublet
- A man's close-fitting jacket with or without sleeves, worn chiefly from the 14th to 16th centuries.
- Horseman's hammer
- War hammer made of iron or steel, used by mounted fighters.
