Viking Shields

Our Reinforced Round Rotella Shield is hand beaten from 16 gauge steel – making it both tough and durable enough for re-enactment and HEMA. You can still see the traces of the smith’s hammer marks on the surface. It features 2 adjustable leather straps and cushioning pad for the arm to soak up impact.

Diameter: 50.5cm
Weight: 2700g

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

Buy the Reinforced Round Rotella Shield with confidence from the UK’s leading historical shield retailer.

Our Round Rotella Shield is hand beaten from 16 gauge steel – making it both tough and durable enough for re-enactment and HEMA. You can still see the traces of the smith’s hammer marks on the surface. It features 2 adjustable leather straps and cushioning pad for the arm to soak up impact.

Diameter: 53cm
Weight: 3200g

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

Buy the Round Shield Rotella Shield with confidence from the UK’s leading historical shield retailer.

Our Shield Boss is perfect for reenactors who are making or repairing their own shields.

Outer Diameter: 20cm
Inner Diameter: 13.5cm
Depth: 6cm
Thickness: 1.5mm
Weight: 450g

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

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

Buy the 8” Shield Boss 2 - 16 gauge with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.