Steel shield buckler

Steel shield buckler is a type of additional medieval defense. Buckler was known from the VIII century in Byzantine Empire and became very popular among medieval European warrior in XII-XVI centuries.

Diameter of this small shield varied from 20 to 40 cm. Our model has diameter 30 cm (12 inches), however we may change it by your wish.

Bucklers were usually made of steel but there were wooden or combined (wood and metal, wood and leather) models, too. This medieval shield of round shape was most popular, though shield of other shapes can be seen on bas-reliefs and miniatures.

Video review here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7YnjaB6Ma4

Fencing with sword and round shield buckler, miniature form Codex Manesse

Miniature from fencing manual, manuscript Fechtbuch Lib. Pict. A- 83, XVI century

Buckler is known as fist shield – extra weapon, which is used together with sword during the fencing. This shield was an important element of military armament for battle actions, trainings of soldiers. Bucklers were imaged in the famous combat art manual Royal Armouries Ms. I.33. That manuscript is the earliest one, which describes technique of combat with sword and buckle.

Miniature from fencing manual Royal Armouries Ms-I33

Lightness and small size allow easy attaching this shield on the belt - a hook is installed form the inside.  Handle is covered with leather and is bolted with two rivets. Edge of buckler is trimmed with steel strip.

You can use this functional steel defense for:

• SCA
• HEMA
• Larp
• Stage performances
• Medieval festivals
• Reenactment events

Base price includes following options:

• Cold-rolled steel 1.0 mm;
• Satin polishing

Main photo shows authentic medieval steel shield buckler with following options:

• Cold-rolled steel 2.5 mm;
• Satin polishing as finish treatment;

In options, you may choose another type and thickness of metal and finish treatment.

Benefits, which you’ll get, if you buy medieval shield at Steel Mastery:

1. Custom-made high-quality metal armor;
2. Reliability and comfortable using for years;
3. Product made by experienced blacksmiths, who really know how to make a good armor;
4. Convenient payment systems (Paypal, Skrill, Visa, MasterCard, American Express);
5. Flexible return system in case if you don’t like an item.

You may also like similar models: buckler shield for independent assembly, buckler.

In section “Shields”, you can see all models that we offer for ordering. If you didn’t find any for your taste and wish, please send us photo and description of the required model and we will make it for you.