Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Sights
Also occularium. Part in the visor right infront of the wearer’s eyes.
From Encyclopedia
- Greave
- Also called schynbald or jamber. Plate defence for the leg from knee to ankle, initially protecting only the front, but…
- 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.
- Aclys
- Wooden Roman throwing stick with a spiked head; attached to user's arm with a strap which enabled it to be retrieved after it had been thrown.
- Oncin
- One-sided pick which has a socketed metal head fitted into a wooden handle and was used with both hands
