Shields & Scutums
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11th-12th Century Kite (Almond) Shield
SKU: AH4489The kite shield, so named for its elongated, tapering silhouette, appeared across 11th and 12th century Europe, offering extensive body coverage for both mounted and foot soldiers. Also called an almond shield for its rounded top narrowing to a point, this design is closely associated with Norman knights, most famously depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry. This reproduction recreates that early medieval battle shield form, predating the smaller heater shield that later developed from it.
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The Talhoffer’s Buckler
SKU: AH4340This distinctive buckler is inspired by illustrations found in the works of Hans Talhoffer (c. 1420-1490), one of the most influential fencing masters of late medieval Germany. Talhoffer’s surviving fencing manuscripts show buckler designs distinct from the earlier I.33 tradition, including forms that could be used for catching an opponent’s blade. A historically grounded piece suited to serious HEMA practitioners studying the Talhoffer tradition.
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The shield was carried by soldiers throughout the medieval period for protection in battle. This version is reenacted in wood, suited to costume dressing as well as general decor or display use. A further build option within our round wooden shield range.
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Medieval Round Wooden Shield, Costume Pattern II
SKU: AH3980BThe shield was carried by soldiers throughout the medieval period for protection in battle. This version is reenacted in wood, suited to costume dressing as well as general decor or display use. An alternative build to our other round wooden shield options.
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Medieval Heater Shield, Plain
SKU: AH3730This wooden shield follows the classic heater shape, the curved triangular form that became standard knightly shield equipment from the 12th through 14th centuries. Left plain, without heraldic decoration, it suits wearers wanting to add their own colours or a general medieval impression not tied to a specific coat of arms. A versatile foundation piece for building a medieval kit.
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Buckler Shield, 12-Inch Diameter, 14-Gauge
SKU: AH4356From the 12th to the 18th century, the buckler earned its place as a versatile weapon, equally adept in defence and offence. Essential in both classical rapier play and I.33 sparring, it remains a popular choice for HEMA practitioners today. This 12-inch diameter version is worked in 14-gauge steel for genuine durability.
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Buckler Shield, 11-Inch Diameter, 14-Gauge
SKU: AH4354A buckler is a small shield gripped in the fist, generally used as a companion weapon in hand-to-hand combat during the Medieval period. This version measures 11 inches in diameter, built in 14-gauge steel for genuine durability. A practical mid-sized buckler suited to sparring, HEMA practice, or re-enactment combat.
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Owain Glyndŵr Shield, Four Lions Rampant
SKU: AH4477This shield recreates the coat of arms of Owain Glyndŵr, the last native-born Welshman to hold the title Prince of Wales, who led a major Welsh revolt against English rule from 1400 to 1415. The arms feature four rampant lions in alternating colours, quartering the arms of Glyndŵr’s own lineage with those of related Welsh noble houses. Owain Glyndŵr remains a celebrated figure in Welsh national identity, and this shield offers a historically grounded piece for a Welsh medieval impression.
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The fleur-de-lis is a stylised lily used across French history to carry religious, political, dynastic, artistic and symbolic meaning all at once. This shield carries the fleur-de-lis in a pattern evoking honour and chivalry, the knightly code that shaped medieval martial identity. Built in the classic heater shape, this reproduction suits a French medieval or general knightly impression.
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Fleur-de-Lis Shield, Knight Pattern
SKU: AH4475The fleur-de-lis is a stylised lily used across French history to carry religious, political, dynastic, artistic and symbolic meaning all at once. This shield carries the fleur-de-lis in a knight-styled pattern, suited to an ordinary man-at-arms rather than a royal or imperial impression. Built in the classic heater shape, this reproduction suits a French medieval or general knightly impression.
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This heater-style battle shield recreates the classic knightly shield associated with the Knights Hospitaller, one of the most prominent medieval military religious orders. Hand-painted and finished with a protective polyurethane layer to preserve the artwork. The Hospitallers, founded to care for pilgrims and the sick in Jerusalem, evolved into a formidable military order active across the Crusades and beyond.
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Fleur-de-Lis Shield, Warrior Pattern
SKU: AH4473The fleur-de-lis is a stylised lily used across French history to carry religious, political, dynastic, artistic and symbolic meaning all at once. This shield carries the fleur-de-lis in a warrior-styled pattern, a bolder treatment suited to a combat-ready knightly impression. Built in the classic heater shape, this reproduction suits a French medieval or general knightly impression.
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Fleur-de-Lis Shield, Royal Pattern
SKU: AH4472The fleur-de-lis is a stylised lily used across French history to carry religious, political, dynastic, artistic and symbolic meaning all at once. This shield carries the fleur-de-lis in a royal-styled pattern, reflecting the emblem’s direct ties to the French crown. Built in the classic heater shape, this reproduction suits a French medieval or general knightly impression.
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Fleur-de-Lis Shield, Imperial Pattern
SKU: AH4471The fleur-de-lis is a stylised lily used across French history to carry religious, political, dynastic, artistic and symbolic meaning all at once. This shield carries the fleur-de-lis in an imperial-styled pattern, reflecting the emblem’s long association with sovereign authority. Built in the classic heater shape, this reproduction suits a French medieval or general knightly impression.
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This wooden shield blank is expertly crafted from 10mm thick wood, covered with linen and accented with brass details. Designed for personalization, this large-format shield offers a genuine base for a re-enactor’s own heraldry. At 54 by 29 inches, this is among the largest shield formats in our range, suited to full-coverage body protection.
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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.
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Heater Shield Blank, Unpainted (28″ x 21″)
SKU: AH6758The heater shield first emerged in the medieval period, evolving from the larger kite shield as advancements in leg and head armour allowed for a smaller, more compact design. It takes its modern name from its resemblance to the shape of a traditional flat iron, or heater. This unpainted blank measures 28 by 21 inches, ready for a re-enactor to apply their own heraldry or personal design.
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Buckler Shield, 14-Gauge IV
SKU: AH4352A buckler is a small shield, 15 to 45cm (6 to 18 inches) in diameter, gripped in the fist and generally used as a companion weapon in hand-to-hand combat during the Medieval period. This 14-gauge steel version offers a further build option within our buckler range, suited to genuine sparring and re-enactment combat. Documented in manuscripts including the I.33, the oldest surviving European fencing manual, the buckler was a genuine martial arts weapon in its own right.
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Buckler Shield, 14-Gauge III
SKU: AH4351A buckler is a small shield, 15 to 45cm (6 to 18 inches) in diameter, gripped in the fist and generally used as a companion weapon in hand-to-hand combat during the Medieval period. This 14-gauge steel version offers a further build option within our buckler range, suited to genuine sparring and re-enactment combat. Documented in manuscripts including the I.33, the oldest surviving European fencing manual, the buckler was a genuine martial arts weapon in its own right.
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Buckler Shield, 14-Gauge II
SKU: AH4353A buckler is a small shield, 15 to 45cm (6 to 18 inches) in diameter, gripped in the fist and generally used as a companion weapon in hand-to-hand combat during the Medieval period. This 14-gauge steel version offers an alternative build to our other 14-gauge bucklers, suited to genuine sparring and re-enactment combat. Documented in manuscripts including the I.33, the oldest surviving European fencing manual, the buckler was a genuine martial arts weapon in its own right.
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Buckler Shield, 14-Gauge
SKU: AH4350A buckler is a small shield, 15 to 45cm (6 to 18 inches) in diameter, gripped in the fist and generally used as a companion weapon in hand-to-hand combat during the Medieval period. This 14-gauge steel version offers a durable, substantial build suited to genuine sparring and re-enactment combat. Documented in manuscripts including the I.33, the oldest surviving European fencing manual, the buckler was a genuine martial arts weapon in its own right.
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Medieval Round Wooden Shield, Costume Pattern
SKU: AH3980AThe shield was carried by soldiers throughout the medieval period for protection in battle. This version is reenacted in wood, suited to costume dressing as well as general decor or display use. A versatile round shield form covering a wide range of medieval and earlier impressions.
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Crusader Cross Shield
SKU: AH6708In the medieval period, it was a common sight to see a knight’s heraldry emblazoned on his shield, a system of identification that let allies and enemies alike recognise a warrior at a glance amid the chaos of battle. This wooden shield features a black and red cross as its main charge, evoking the military religious orders of the Crusading era. The cross was the defining heraldic symbol of orders such as the Templars and Hospitallers, marking a wearer’s martial-religious identity as clearly as any noble coat of arms.
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Crusader Lion Shield, Black and Red II
SKU: AH3894NIn the medieval period, it was a common sight to see a knight’s heraldry emblazoned on his shield, a system of identification that let allies and enemies alike recognise a warrior at a glance amid the chaos of battle. This wooden Crusader shield features a black and red rampant lion as its main charge, offering an alternative build to our other black and red lion shield. The rampant lion, shown rearing on its hind legs, symbolised courage and nobility, a popular choice across countless noble and knightly coats of arms.
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Crusader Eagle Shield
SKU: AH3890EIn the medieval period, it was a common sight to see a knight’s heraldry emblazoned on his shield, a system of identification that let allies and enemies alike recognise a warrior at a glance amid the chaos of battle. This wooden Crusader shield features a black, red and white rampant eagle as its main charge. The eagle, a symbol of imperial authority since Roman times, remained a powerful heraldic charge throughout the medieval period, adopted by emperors, kings and noble houses alike.
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In the medieval period, it was a common sight to see a knight’s heraldry emblazoned on his shield, a system of identification that let allies and enemies alike recognise a warrior at a glance amid the chaos of battle. This wooden Crusader shield features a black and white rampant lion as its main charge, one of the most common heraldic beasts across medieval Europe. The rampant lion, shown rearing on its hind legs, symbolised courage and nobility, a popular choice across countless noble and knightly coats of arms.
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In the medieval period, it was a common sight to see a knight’s heraldry emblazoned on his shield, a system of identification that let allies and enemies alike recognise a warrior at a glance amid the chaos of battle. This wooden Crusader shield features a black and red rampant lion as its main charge, one of the most common heraldic beasts across medieval Europe. The rampant lion, shown rearing on its hind legs, symbolised courage and nobility, a popular choice across countless noble and knightly coats of arms.
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Shield Boss, Embossed Decoration
SKU: AH6755BA shield boss, or umbo, is a round, convex or conical piece of material fitted at the centre of a shield, covering the handgrip while presenting a hardened striking point. This version carries embossed decoration across its surface, a treatment seen on higher-status surviving and depicted historical examples. A striking centrepiece suited to a wearer or collector wanting a more decorative shield build.
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Shield Boss, Compact
SKU: AH6754A shield boss, or umbo, is a round, convex or conical piece of material fitted at the centre of a shield, covering the handgrip while presenting a hardened point that could also serve as an offensive striking surface. This compact boss offers a smaller, lighter option suited to smaller shields or bucklers. Made of thick metal, it retains genuine protective and structural function despite its reduced size.
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Shield Boss, Brass, Domed
SKU: AH6753BA shield boss, or umbo, is a round, convex or conical piece of material fitted at the centre of a shield, covering the handgrip while presenting a hardened point that could also serve as an offensive striking surface. This brass boss carries a rounded, domed profile, offering an alternative shape to our conical boss options. A decorative and functional centrepiece suited to a range of round shield builds.
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Shield Boss, Brass
SKU: AH6752BA shield boss, or umbo, is a round, convex or conical piece of material fitted at the centre of a shield, covering the handgrip while presenting a hardened point that could also serve as an offensive striking surface. This boss is worked in brass, offering a bright, reflective finish distinct from a plain steel build. A decorative centrepiece suited to a shield build prioritising visual presence alongside function.
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Shield Boss, Standard Round
SKU: AH6751A shield boss, or umbo, is a round, convex or conical piece of material fitted at the centre of a shield, covering the handgrip while presenting a hardened point that could also serve as an offensive striking surface. This standard round boss offers classic, versatile coverage over the shield’s central handgrip. Made of thick metal, it suits a wide range of round shield builds.
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Shield Boss, Large Conical
SKU: AH6750A shield boss, or umbo, is a round, convex or conical piece of material fitted at the centre of a shield, covering the handgrip while presenting a hardened point that could also serve as an offensive striking surface. This large conical boss offers substantial coverage over the shield’s central handgrip, made of thick metal for genuine protective and structural value. A prominent, imposing centrepiece suited to a full-sized round shield build.
