Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Buckler

Small and round hand- shield (9 – 18 inches in diameter) with a single handle or two enarmes. Has long spikes or hooks on its front, which could trap the enemy’s rapier.

Encyclopedia of historical weapons

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Back
The no-cutting part opposite the blade. Double-edged swords has no back.
Flukes
Close, deep fullers.
Inlay
See Damascening.
Town-Sword
See Small-Sword.
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