Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Slaughtersword
See Two-handed sword.
From Encyclopedia
- Armour
- Usually metal pieces made specially for their purpose - to protect their wearer's body against thrust, stabs and any other kind of attacks. Comprises…
- Cross
- Also cross-guard or quillions. The straight bar or guard of a Medieval sword.
- Halberd
- Weapon which improved effectivity vs. heavy armor. Has a wide, short axe attached to a 5-6 ft haft and a sharp spear at…
- Waster
- Also bavin or cudgel. Wooden practice sword.
