From Encyclopedia
- Broadsword
- Term usually stands for Medieval swords which is, in fact, wrong. This misnomer comes from Victorian collectors of the early 19th century.
- Ricasso
- The dull part of a blade right above the hilt. Made for fingering. Not all swords have it.
- Visor
- Protection for the eyes and face; a plate defence pivoted to the helmet - skull.
- Veruta
- Throwing javelin of the late empire.
