Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Hilt

The lower part of a sword. Consists of a cross-guard, handle/grip, and a pommel. Medieval swords are most likely to have a straight cross or a cruciform hilt.

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Barbute
See Barbut.
Forte'
Also prime or fort. Special (Renaissance) term for the lower part of a blade. Does most of the parrying and has more…
Spangenhelm
A modern German term describing conical helmets constructed of a number of segments riveted together; descended from Late Roman prototypes.
Tang nut
See Pommel nut.
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