From Encyclopedia
- Annellet
- The small loops leading from quillions to the blade. Made to protect the finger wrapped over the guard.
- Hand-and-a-half sword
- See bastard sword.
- Nut
- Round pivoted component retained within the stock (tiller) of a crossbow to take the string. It is usually made of solid ivory or…
- Tabard
- Similar to a surcoat. Made from front and back parts laced together. Could be tightened or left loose.
