From Encyclopedia
- Boss
- Also umbo. The round shaped piece of metal at the center of a shield. Protects the hand.
- Close-helmet
- Helmet which, with a full visor and bevor, completely encloses the head and face; modern use of the term tends to refer…
- Falling buffe
- Hinged, face part of a helmet. Can be secured by a leather strap and has flexible lames so it can be lowered for better…
- Lame
- A narrow strip or plate of steel, sometimes used in armour to provide articulation.
