Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Hackbut
See Arquebus.
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- Boss
- Also umbo. The round shaped piece of metal at the center of a shield. Protects the hand.
- Close-helmet
- Helmet which, with a full visor and bevor, completely encloses the head and face; modern use of the term tends to refer…
- Estoc
- Called tuck in English. Long, pointed and rigid longsword with a triangular or square blade, which was quite blunt.…
- Plackart
- Part of armor. Covers the wearer's lower rib and stomach area. Attached with straps which allows better flexibility.
