Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Rapier

Long, double- edged, single-handed sword with a thin blade. Designed to emphasize the thrust. Probably the first entirely civilian sword devised for its purpose.

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Breaths: Holes or slits in the visor of a helmet or the lames of a falling buffe or bevor, for ventilation; also…

Couter: Also spelt cowter. Plate armor protecting the elbow.

Corselet: See Corslet.

Overcoat: See Surcoat.

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