From Encyclopedia
- Close-helmet
- Helmet which, with a full visor and bevor, completely encloses the head and face; modern use of the term tends to refer…
- Harquebus
- See arquebus.
- Slow match
- A slow-burning cord of hemp or flax soaked in saltpetre and then dried. Used to ignite cannon and hand guns.
- Waisted-grip
- Specially shaped handle. Has somewhat wider middle and narrows towards the pommel.
