Lucerne hammer

The Lucerne hammer (/luˈsɜːrn/ loo-SURN) is a type of polearm which was popular in Swiss armies during the 15th to 17th centuries.

[1] The hammer-part of the Lucerne hammer is a three-to-four-pronged head mounted atop a 2-metre (6.6 ft) long polearm shaft.

As a modified polearm, Lucerne hammers have multiple functions in battle.

The forward-pointing spike could be used for spearing, while the hammer proved effective at puncturing or smashing armour.

The long pole increased the velocity of the head when the hammer was struck, resulting in tremendous force upon impact.