HEMA Shields

Designed specifically to be used and made from 1065 high carbon steel with a darkened, battle-hardened finish and tempering to a low 50s RC.

This fist shield has gone through rigorous testing. The hands-on nature of the manufacturing by master smiths makes this line unique.

Diameter: 32cm
Weight: 1247g
Material: 1065 High Carbon

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Small companion shields like this were used throughout Europe during the late Medieval and Renaissance periods.

Our swordsman buckler is hand forged of steel and sports a 5” central boss along with six raised supports in a sunray pattern. The face has been given a decorative acid bath, giving the shield an added ornamental finish. A generous metal handle covered with wood gives you a sure grip in any fight that may come along.

Diameter: 31cm
Plate Thickness: 1.6mm
Border Thickness: 2.5mm
Weight: 1.2kg

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Steel thickness may vary due to the handcrafted methods used on its manufacturing. The steel is untreated and may have rust. To protect the steel you may rub it with mineral or synthetic oil.

Buy the 12” Simple Buckler with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.

This hand-forged steel buckler shield has a soft-raised boss in the centre for deflecting any blade. The face has been given a decorative acid bath and the sturdy steel handle has been covered in wood, which gives you a secure grip in just about any type of encounter.

Diameter: 38cm
Handle Length: 10cm
Material: 18 Gauge Mild Steel
Weight: 1701g

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The buckler could be hung from the sword scabbard when two hands were needed for a pike or staff weapon. So widespread was its use, that the exercise of sword and buckler became one of the most common sports of the Renaissance.

Diameter: 41cm
Weight: 1701g

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.