Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Etching
A decorative process frequently applied to the surface of metals especially in Europe from about 1500 onwards; frequently used in conjunction with blueing and gilding.
From Encyclopedia
- Lammellar
- Form of armor. Consist of small metal plates stitched together.
- Volant-piece
- An English term for the reinforcing brow-piece on a helmet such as the sallet.
- Fletching
- Feathers fastened onto the back of an arrow to help it fly straight.
- Xiphos
- Bronze sword with a tanged metal blade fitted into a plain wooden hilt.
