There are many parts to a sword. This article will explore the names of the Pommel, Ferrule, Hilt, and Tang. These parts are important for a sword’s ability to cut and thrust. However, you should be aware that the names of these parts are not the same.
Ferrule
The ferrule of a sword is a piece of metal that holds the fragile grip material in place. It adds strength to the blade and helps mitigate shock from impact. The ferrule of a sword is often decorated with a decorative pattern, such as a cockatoo or sea serpent. Throughout history, various metals have been used for ferrules.
Pommel
Pommels of swords come in several different shapes. Pommels can be round or flat. They can also be gilded or decorated with enameled plates or coins. Some pommels were also used as reliquaries for religious relics. Pommels come in four basic shapes: Type A, Type B, Type C, and Type D. These shapes were common in the late thirteenth and early fourteenth centuries and are thought to be Spanish in origin. The Type B pommel has a slightly rounded shape and is the ancestor of the “cocked hat” form.
Hilt
The hilt of a sword is a decorative piece that accompanies the blade of a sword. In the case of a sword with a writhen hilt, its intricate design is reminiscent of a tree. It is 1.55 inches long and 0.7 inches wide. It is set with 53 garnets framed by delicately curving gold cloisonne cells.
Fuller
The Fuller of a sword is the center part of the blade. This part was originally used to help with thrusting. It was also used to make the blade lighter. This shape was lost when plate armour became more common, and pointed swords became the preferred weapon for knights. Despite its decorative role, the Fuller of a sword has many other functions.
Nagasa
Nagasa is a part of a sword’s name, which is often pronounced as “na-ga-sa.” It is used to refer to the back angle of a sword. It can also refer to the shape of its tang. It can be long, short, or irregular. In addition to these, a sword can have a variety of hamon (the name given to the tang), such as a fan-shaped hamon. Other sword characteristics include: IHORI-MUNE (the back angle of a sword), IKUBI (the wild boar neck), IMONO (the line between the tang and the point), and IRO (the lightening shape marks in the hamon). Another part of a sword’s hamon is called ISHIKE,
Ferrule shape
When it comes to European swords, one of the distinguishing characteristics is the shape of the ferrule. The shape of the ferrule is a very important characteristic, as it can help determine the geographical origin of the sword.