Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Greave

Also called schynbald or jamber. Plate defence for the leg from knee to ankle, initially protecting only the front, but later the whole lower leg. Constructed of two plates hinged together and shaped to the contours of the muscle. Schynbald and jamber are used in connection with the earlier type.

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Aketon: Quilted piece of clothing worn under armor, made to devour strokes.

Fort: See Forte'.

Jack: Poor coat from layered fabric or leather will little plates inserted and stitched between the layers.

Wrought iron: Comprises of (and is also called) charcoal iron and is welded in fire. Quality may vary but is usually quite delicate yet easily bend-able.…

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