Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Lammellar
Form of armor. Consist of small metal plates stitched together.
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- Arbalest
- Also crossbow. Consists of a bow attached to an arched stick. Is powerful, low-trajectoried weapon. Fires a bolt (a shorter arrow).
- Lance rest
- A support for the lance when couched; this was bolted to the right side of the breastplate and was often hinged.
- Mace
- Metal ball attached to a wooden handle. All steel in the later times. Often a symbol of power.
- Type of armor made from small metal rings. Is flexible but insufficient vs. thrusts (therefore usually worn with a tough padding…
