Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Sights
Also occularium. Part in the visor right infront of the wearer’s eyes.
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- Barbut
- Also called barbute, barbuta. An open-faced shoulder-length Italian helmet, made in one piece, with a T-shaped face…
- Boss
- Also umbo. The round shaped piece of metal at the center of a shield. Protects the hand.
- Harness
- A term used in preference to 'suit' when talking of a complete armour.
- Javelin
- A short throwing spear, used as a shock weapon.
