Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Cross-guard
See Cross.
From Encyclopedia
- Camail
- Also Aventail. Hood or tippet made from mail.
- Court-sword
- See Small-Sword.
- Foible
- Special (Renaissance) term for the upper, weaker part of a blade. Does most of the attacking for its speed and nimbleness.
- Longbow
- Archer’s weapon for launching arrows. Draws 30-36 inches and ranges over 300 yards. Very effective vs. unarmed enemies.
