ricasso

Noun

Meaning

The base of a sword or knife blade where it joins the tang.

The blunt area of a sword just above the hilt, used for grip and maneuverability.

A portion of a knife that is homologous thereto.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

We don't have enough evidence to decide either way,” Ricasso said, "so for now we may as well keep open minds. Alastair Reynolds

Do you think it means anything?” "Probably not," Ricasso said, wiping his dust-smeared hands on his knees. "I'm all for looking for meaning in ancient texts. But now and then you have to just accept the fact that you're dealing with so much religious gibberish. Alastair Reynolds

A new technique of placing one's finger on the ricasso to improve the grip (a practice that would continue in the rapier ) led to the production of hilts with a guard for the finger. Source: Internet

Many swords have no ricasso. Source: Internet

The ricasso or shoulder identifies a short section of blade immediately below the guard that is left completely unsharpened. Source: Internet

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