Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Lance rest
A support for the lance when couched; this was bolted to the right side of the breastplate and was often hinged.
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- Boss
- Also umbo. The round shaped piece of metal at the center of a shield. Protects the hand.
- Pavise
- Large, usually rectangular shield carried by infantrymen and frequently used in siege operations to protect archers. The largest pavises…
- Tang
- The continuing, hidden part of a blade inside a handle. May be of a different temper than the blade. Sword may have full or…
- Waisted-grip
- Specially shaped handle. Has somewhat wider middle and narrows towards the pommel.
