Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Bec de Corbin
Special type of a polehammer.
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- Etching
- A decorative process frequently applied to the surface of metals especially in Europe from about 1500 onwards; frequently used in conjunction…
- Ahlespiess
- A polearm common to German-speaking areas, particularly used by the Swiss and Habsburgs: the wooden shaft is relatively short, and the weapon is…
- Novacula
- Sickle-like tool consisting of a tanged, iron head fitted into a wooden handle.
- Vervelles
- Bronze, brass, or latten staples that attached to a bascinet to enable the leather cuff of an aventail to be secured to the helmet.
