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A '''jess''' is a short [[leather]] or [[silk]] strap that is attached to the leg of a [[falcon]] etc. for [[falconry]]. A cord attached to the jesses is held by the falconer's hand to prevent the bird from flying off.
A '''jess''' is a short [[leather]] or [[silk]] strap that is attached to the leg of a [[falcon]] etc. for [[falconry]]. A cord attached to the jesses is held by the falconer's hand to prevent the bird from flying off.
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[[category:artefact (medieval)]]

Latest revision as of 21:42, 21 May 2006

A jess is a short leather or silk strap that is attached to the leg of a falcon etc. for falconry. A cord attached to the jesses is held by the falconer's hand to prevent the bird from flying off.