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Also umbo. The round shaped piece of metal at the center of a shield. Protects the hand.

Encyclopedia of historical weapons

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Corslet
Also spelt corselet. A light half- armour popular in the six­teenth century for general military use (for example, for town…
Foible
Special (Renaissance) term for the upper, weaker part of a blade. Does most of the attacking for its speed and nimbleness.
Shoulder
The corner part of a sword. Connects a blade to a tang.
Tuck
See Estoc.
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