Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Cut-and-Thrust Sword
Quite thin, tapered sword with compound hilts suitable for fingered grip.
From Encyclopedia
- Breaths
- Holes or slits in the visor of a helmet or the lames of a falling buffe or bevor, for ventilation; also…
- Broadsword
- Term usually stands for Medieval swords which is, in fact, wrong. This misnomer comes from Victorian collectors of the early 19th century.
- Boss
- Also umbo. The round shaped piece of metal at the center of a shield. Protects the hand.
- Targe
- Small, more flat wooden shield covered with leather or metal-trimmed, later all- steel.
