Small Hand-Buckler

Description of the Product

Bucklers were small shields which were used in Europe from 12th to 17th century. Normally not much wider than the fist holding it, the buckler was used primarily to parry an opponent's attack rather than cover the wielder's body. Bucklers could also be employed as large brass knuckles, to lock the opponent’s weapons and even to shield the sword hand from view in order to obscure its position. This made it difficult for the opponent to anticipate attacks and moves and gave advantage in fast-paced swordfight. As the size of weapons began to decrease and, as a result of the development of firearms, swordplay became more of a sport, the buckler became the ideal shield choice.

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

This buckler is made from 2 mm thick steel and has been designed for full-contact re-enactment combat use. The handle is attached to the shield with sturdy rivets and covered with leather to ensure a secure grip and absorb shock from impacts.

• Bucklers remained in use from the 12th well into the 17th century
• Bucklers were light and nimble, and a common sight on the battlefield
• Designed for full-contact re-enactment combat use
• Diameter: approx. 16.5 cm
• Material: 2 mm steel
• Weight: 560 g