From Encyclopedia
- Crest
- A heraldic recognitive device fixed to the top of the great helm, introduced in the second half of the thirteenth and in wide use by the…
- Crossbow
- A horizontal bow set at 90 degrees to the tiller and spanned by mechanical means. Originally made of horn, wood, and sinew, the bowstave was later…
- Vambrace
- Armor covering the forearm.
- Waisted-grip
- Specially shaped handle. Has somewhat wider middle and narrows towards the pommel.
