From Encyclopedia
- Quillions
- Special (Renaissance) term for two straight or curved cross-guards (front and back). Called just cross or guard when on Medieval …
- Slow match
- A slow-burning cord of hemp or flax soaked in saltpetre and then dried. Used to ignite cannon and hand guns.
- Waisted-grip
- Specially shaped handle. Has somewhat wider middle and narrows towards the pommel.
- Walking-Sword
- See Small-Sword.
