The flat-topped shield shape, predating the more familiar pointed heater form, offered broad coverage for knights and men-at-arms of the early Crusading period, its wide dimensions providing genuine protection for a mounted or foot soldier facing missile fire and close combat alike. This reproduction recreates that large-format flat-topped form in 10mm wood, with adjustable leather straps and a cushioned arm pad for real wearable comfort, left as a blank canvas ready for personal decoration.
Flat-Topped Crusader Shield Blank (47″ x 31″)
This flat-topped Crusader shield is expertly crafted from 10mm thick wood, featuring adjustable leather straps and a cushioned arm pad for comfortable handling. The blank canvas facing and edging provide a versatile surface for a re-enactor’s own heraldry or personal design. At 47 by 31 inches, this large-format shield offers genuine body coverage in the flat-topped style associated with early Crusader-era shields.
- Material: 10mm thick wood
- Fittings: Adjustable leather straps, cushioned arm pad
- Dimensions: 47″ x 31″
- Finish: Blank, ready for decoration
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