Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Helm, Great Helm
Helmet surrounding the whole head. Usually consist of 4-5 metal plates riveted together. Worn over a mail or a small steel cap.
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- Special type of a polehammer.
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- Mail shirt with elbow-length sleeves, ends in the middle of the beholder’s thighs.
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- Single-edged sword with a heavy and towards the tip widening blade. Similar to a meat cleaver. Used mostly by infantry. Balanced…
- Shield
- Defensive article. Has many shapes and sizes. Usually made of wood or metal and a covering such as a leather. Has a handle or several straps to get…
