Estoc

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An estoc (also foining sword or tuck (English term)) is a long bladed sword designed primarily for thrusting attacks. Introduced in the latter part of the 14th century, an estoc could have a triangular cross section helping to prevent the blade from flexing during a thrust.

The estoc was apparently quite popular in the 16th century where examples become similar in length to rapiers.

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