HEMA Shields

The buckler is a defensive weapon used since the 12th century and it was in use until the 18th century. It is well known that a light and resistant buckler was sought in the civilian environments, able to withstand the attack of the weapons, lighter than those used in war. The boiled leather buckler appears in many written references that talk about the piece itself (Cuir bouilli). This piece has proven to be a perfect balance between protection and lightness. 

This mode has in its centre a shield boss of steel which has 2 mm of thickness rimmed by a piece of hardened leather of 9 mm and fixed by 4 rivets; thus achieving a sturdy and extraordinary piece for both defence and attack.

The piece comes with a steel grip and is topped with rosewood with brass rivets. We can find this kind of decoration in similar pieces of that time like knives because it was a typical style among weapons of this type.

Material: Steel, leather and wood.
Diameter: 33cm
Shield Boss Diameter: 13cm
Shield Boss Thickness: 0.2cm
Grip Width: 11cm
Weight: 1.35kg

All sizes are approximate and vary from piece to piece. Leather is a natural product therefore there could be some variants in colour.

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A beautiful SIGI Buckler made of real leather. The SIGI sword and buckler combo offers fantastic quality for both training and heavy sparring. The buckler offers safety when both thrusting and cutting.

Diameter: 33cm
Depth: 7.5cm
Weight: 1100g

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

A beautiful SIGI Buckler made of real leather. The SIGI sword and buckler combo offers fantastic quality for both training and heavy sparring. The buckler offers safety when both thrusting and cutting.

Diameter: 33cm
Depth: 7.5cm
Weight: 1100g

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

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.

This buckler has been specifically designed to fulfil the hard requirements of re-enactment combat.

Made of 2mm steel with 3mm steel handle. Steel thickness may vary due to the handcrafted methods used on its manufacturing.

Diameter: 38.1cm
Gauge: 14 gauge

Buy the 15” Reinforced Buckler – 14 gauge with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.

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.

Be it deflecting sword attacks or keeping away your next move from the opponent’s sight, our buckler shield is a historical piece of defensive armour that never fails to amuse anyone!

This buckler shield is HANDCRAFTED from tough 14 gauge MILD STEEL and comes with a metal handle, reinforced with shock-absorbing GENUINE WOOD. This is a fully functional buckler shield that can be used for historical re-enactments and décor as well.

Diameter: 40.5cm

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

Fencing has always been a tricky sport, especially to protect yourself from sharp blows. And if it is inspired by the shield of Vans Talhoffer himself, there is no way your opponent will be able to defeat you! So be it hiding your next move or deflecting the enemy’s sharp sword blows, this Talhoffer shield will be the best fit!

This shield is painstakingly handmade from 16 gauge mild steel. This shield comes with a metal handle reinforced with a wooden cover for a better grip. The design is historically inspired with meticulous details.

Length: 43.1cm
Width: 27.9cm

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

The fist-sized Mini Buckler is smaller (with a 9" diameter) and more manoeuvrable at deflecting blows than our larger models. Its size gives it distinct blocking and defence advantages in situations where a larger buckler might be an impediment. Hugely popular with HEMA practitioners and Historical re-enactors.

Always wear eye protection and appropriate equipment when training. Not for use when training against metal weapons.

Diameter: 23cm
Weight: 680g
Material: Polypropylene

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

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