Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Gorget
Also called a collar. Close-fitting plate protecting the neck, throat, and upper chest.
From Encyclopedia
- Cudgel
- See Waster.
- Harness
- A term used in preference to 'suit' when talking of a complete armour.
- Occularium
- See Sights.
- Ricasso
- The dull part of a blade right above the hilt. Made for fingering. Not all swords have it.
