Shield, with rawhide edges, sewn by hand with high quality waxed linen thread.
10mm thick plywood. Covered with two layers of linen glued to the front, a layer behind. Battle-ready. Measurements: 90x 60cm approx. Weight: 2500g-3000g approx. Made on order in usually 2-4 weeks.
We based this replica on the Saint-George from Yuryev-Polski's church depiction, Rus, 12-13th century. Similar shields are shown in the Kremlin Nizhny-novgorod Museum exhibition. Similar kite shields, are known into Western & Eastern Europe, from late 10th century to middle age.
Option: - You can order the shield with handle. Thick felt cushion, covered with linen, & leather straps adjustables. - You can add rawhide edging (1-2mm thick cow rawhide leather, sewn with waxed linen thread - extra resistant)
Tous droits réservés - Living History Market - Siret 85197040000012 - Immatriculation RCS 851 970 400 Lille Métropole - TVA non applicable, art. 293 B du Code général des impôts -
Our replicas of medieval swords and sabers are intended for an adult and informed public - Nos répliques d'épées et de sabres médiévaux sont destinés à un public majeur et averti.
