Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Sabre
A sword with a curved, single-edged blade (probably originally derived from Eastern scimitars).
From Encyclopedia
- Lance rest
- A support for the lance when couched; this was bolted to the right side of the breastplate and was often hinged.
- Riser
- Opposite of a fuller. Makes a sword more rigid yet with a flixible spine.
- Tabard
- Similar to a surcoat. Made from front and back parts laced together. Could be tightened or left loose.
- Vambrace
- Armor covering the forearm.
