Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Fletching
Feathers fastened onto the back of an arrow to help it fly straight.
From Encyclopedia
- Cod-piece
- Fabric covering for the groin, latterly padded. Its counterpart in armour could be either of mail or, more usually, of plate.
- Plackart
- Part of armor. Covers the wearer's lower rib and stomach area. Attached with straps which allows better flexibility.
- Ricasso
- The dull part of a blade right above the hilt. Made for fingering. Not all swords have it.
- 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…
