Domed Round Steel Shield
- Durable rotella shield for HEMA practice and historical reenactment
- Made of 1.6 mm thick (18 gauge) steel
- Durable leather grips that can be easily replaced if needed
- Weight 2.4 kg (6 lbs)
- Diameter 59 cm (23 1/8”)
100.50€
• Pickup: Immediately from store in Kaarina, Finland
Description of the Product
The shield is most likely the first man made defensive artifact, and thus the history of shield use goes well beyond written history. Shields have been made of wood, leather, twined of twigs, all possible metals, even of turtle shells. Domed shields made of steel like this remained popular from the 13th to the 17th century.
This shield type is often called a rotella. Rotella shields were commonly used by fencers and in duels in civilian life in addition to use during war by soldiers. Many soldiers preferred a smaller and lighter shield like this to the full-size wooden shield in order to be able to move more quickly. Although it did not give as a good a cover as a larger model, the speed it enabled could in many circumstances be lifesaver. Quick and easily manageable, they endured battle very well. The outward-turning edge of the shield reflected the impact of an enemy blade away, as well as strengthening the edge.
- Made of 1.6 mm thick (18 gauge) steel
- Durable leather grips that can be easily replaced if needed
- Weight 2.4 kg (6 lbs)
- Diameter 59 cm (23 1/8”)
- Made by Windlass Steelcrafts
4 reviews for Domed Round Steel Shield
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TK (verified owner) –
Kilpi tuli nopeasti Postin kautta ja se oli juurikin sitä mitä odotin. Se istuu hyvin kädessä; paksuista nahkahihnoista saa hyvän otteen, kilven koko ja paino tuntuvat oikealta harjoitustarkoitukseen.
Aris Oikonomopoulos (verified owner) –
I’ve been looking to buy some shields I can spar with to try out different techniques. I come from a sword and buckler background, but I’ve always wanted to try out different things and weapon pairings. This shield arrived in perfect order, is comfortable to wear exactly what I was looking for. It’s well-made, sturdy but lightweight for its size. Arrived very quickly and well-packaged. Looks like I’ll be enjoying it for a long time.
amorese.leonardo (verified owner) –
Always wanted to have a rotella and I have to say that this one is well-made! The customer support was responsive and the order arrived to France under a week. Really happy to start the Bolognese sword and rotella!
Marius (verified owner) –
I am very happy about the Rotella, it matched my expectations and it looks well made.
I use it for HEMA and practicing techniques from Godinho.
The shipping was quite fast.