HEMA

The "Talhoffer" buckler is well known from Talhoffer's "Fechtbuch" illustrations. The unusual curled holly-leaf shape, with its fluting and spikes, is a fairly radical departure from the norm but it serves well as a memento of this famous fight master.

Diameter: 50.8cm
Weight: 1810g
Gauge: 16 Gauge

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

Buy the 20" Talhoffer Buckler - 16 gauge with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.

The small steel domed shield remained popular from the 13th to the 17th century. Many soldiers preferred this to the full-size shield to be able to move more quickly.

Made by Windlass Steelcrafts of 18 gauge steel with leather grips.

Diameter: 59cm
Weight: 2721g

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

The buckler is a defensive weapon used since the 12th century and it was in use until the 18th century. It is well known that a light and resistant buckler was sought in the civilian environments, able to withstand the attack of the weapons, lighter than those used in war. The boiled leather buckler appears in many written references that talk about the piece itself (Cuir bouilli). This piece has proven to be a perfect balance between protection and lightness. 

This mode has in its centre a shield boss of steel which has 2 mm of thickness rimmed by a piece of hardened leather of 9 mm and fixed by 4 rivets; thus achieving a sturdy and extraordinary piece for both defence and attack.

The piece comes with a steel grip and is topped with rosewood with brass rivets. We can find this kind of decoration in similar pieces of that time like knives because it was a typical style among weapons of this type.

Material: Steel, leather and wood.
Diameter: 33cm
Shield Boss Diameter: 13cm
Shield Boss Thickness: 0.2cm
Grip Width: 11cm
Weight: 1.35kg

All sizes are approximate and vary from piece to piece. Leather is a natural product therefore there could be some variants in colour.

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

Diameter: 41cm
Weight: 1701g

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

This is a reproduction of a buckler designed with a reinforced handle. The original was found in Dordrecht. Due to the thickness of the piece, it can be used in battle.

Diameter: 30cm
Steel Thickness: 2mm approx.
Material: Carbon steel 1060 and wood. 
Total Handle Width: 27cm
Useful Handle Width: 13cm
Handle Thickness: 2.5cm 
Weight: 1.60kg

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

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

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Our Hema Padded Skirt NG 800N is made of 800N puncture resistance fabric. It is a type of tasset for HEMA for those who want to eliminate the risk of bruises and abrasions on hips, thighs, and underbelly. It fits both men and women.

Our HEMA tasset has 4 pockets for extra protection which gives users an option of customising the level of protection. This HEMA gear is fastened at the midsection with a belt and buckle. It is easily adjustable and thus perfect for any body shape.

Weight: 0.70 kg
Puncture Resistance: 800N
Outer fabric: 100% Polyester
Inner fabrc: 100% Polyester

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

The light HEMA hoodie made of 350N puncture resistance fabric. Construction of cleats under armpits of this HEMA clothing is similar to medieval shirts or tunics. The shape of a hood in our HEMA blouse is based on former monks' hoods.

HEMA Hoodie 350N doesn't interrupt the movement of the wearer. Its size is compatible with current SPES size chart. Fabric of this HEMA blouse is covered with ions of silver ("Silver Protect") of antibacterial features.

There is a pratical pocket on the left side of this light HEMA gear. It goes on the back of a blouse, so items inside are safer during training. Larynx has an additional protection in form of a foam amortizing possible hits.

Outer fabric: 100% Polyester
Inner fabric: 100% Polyester
Weight: 0.90 - 1.40 kg

Dominus Gladius offer a wide range of training tools for the Historical European Martial Artist. Their collection focusses on the weaponry used in the Ancient Roman, Viking and Medieval periods.

Their products are either made of durable nylon (stiffer training weapons) or a softer and more forgiving polyurethane rubber (for sparring). Adequate protection must be used when sparring with these weapons.

Length: 76cm
Width: 14cm
Port Diameter: 3cm
Weight: 590g
Material: Polyurethane

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

Dominus Gladius offer a wide range of training tools for the Historical European Martial Artist. Their collection focusses on the weaponry used in the Ancient Roman, Viking and Medieval periods.

Their products are either made of durable nylon (stiffer training weapons) or a softer and more forgiving polyurethane rubber (for sparring). Adequate protection must be used when sparring with these weapons.

Length: 42cm
Width: 24cm
Weight: 250g
Port: 3 x 3cm (square)
Material: Polyurethane

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