Encyclopedia of historical weapons
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Encyclopedia of historical weapons

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Arbalest
Also crossbow. Consists of a bow attached to an arched stick. Is powerful, low-trajectoried weapon. Fires a bolt (a shorter arrow).
Back
The no-cutting part opposite the blade. Double-edged swords has no back.
'Maximilian' armour
A modern term applied to the style of early sixteenth century armour charac­terized by narrow, parallel fluting, popular during the…
Shoulder
The corner part of a sword. Connects a blade to a tang.
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