Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Adarga
Parrying weapon consisting of a small bladed shield attached to a short spear.
From Encyclopedia
- Bracer
- Early fourteenth century form of defence for the lower arm; also a term for an archer's arm guard to protect the forearm from the bowstring.
- Target
- A round shield, mounted on the arm, used throughout history. Most targets were large (30 - 36”) and made of wood, but in the…
- Waisted-grip
- Specially shaped handle. Has somewhat wider middle and narrows towards the pommel.
- Goupillon
- Steel, three-pronged horseman's flail used; head could be spiked or plain.
