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A '''round shield''' is a [[shield]] that is circular. At it does not possess a gap in the centre to allow for a handle to be gripped (as in a [[centre boss]] shield) it needs to have at least one strap for the forearm and a could have another that is gripped. |
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'''Round shields''' are flat shields (although there is some speculation that some may have had a slight conical shape to the shield) particulary associated with the [[Saxons]] and [[Vikings]]. They have metal bosses in the centre riveted to the wooden planked body which could be up to 95cm in diameter. Behind the shield is a wooden or metal crossbar to act as a handle. The face and back of the shield could be covered in leather and painted. |
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Less manuevourable than a centre boss shield of the same size, it also allows the transfer of energy directly to the forearm through the shield. To combat this, padding is often added behind the shield to reduce this effect. |
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[[SCA]] round shields are typically made of plywood. |
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The [[targe]] is a historical example of this type of shield. |
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Latest revision as of 09:25, 12 February 2006
A round shield is a shield that is circular. At it does not possess a gap in the centre to allow for a handle to be gripped (as in a centre boss shield) it needs to have at least one strap for the forearm and a could have another that is gripped.
Less manuevourable than a centre boss shield of the same size, it also allows the transfer of energy directly to the forearm through the shield. To combat this, padding is often added behind the shield to reduce this effect.
The targe is a historical example of this type of shield.
