Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Two-handed sword

Also slaughtersword. Special and long (5.5-6 ft) type of a great sword with a very long grip compared to its blade. Has a compound hilt with side-rings and enlarged cross-guards and usually also a special pointed lug (for a better defense or to trap enemy’s sword) sticking out of the blade 4-8 inches below the guard.

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Guard chains
Chains which linked the breastplate with the sword, dagger and great helm to.
Halberd
Weapon which improved effectivity vs. heavy armor. Has a wide, short axe attached to a 5-6 ft haft and a sharp spear at…
Spaudler
A light laminated defence protecting the point of the shoulder and top of the arm, especially popular in Germany.
Waist lame
A horizontal lamina­tion in the breast or backplate at waist level.
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