HEMA
HEMA is an acronym for Historical European Martial Arts. The term encompasses a varied range of European fighting arts from Harnessfecten (fighting in armour) to Glima (Viking wrestling). The Knight Shop offer one of the most comprehensive ranges of HEMA equipment for sale in the UK. We are specialists in this market and have a dedicated web store www.thehemashop.com
We even manufacture our own line of HEMA equipment! Our range of Red Dragon Armoury Synthetic Sparring Swords, Fencing Masks, Weapon Sparring Gloves, Throat Protectors, Groin Guards and Kit Bags can be purchased from retailers all over the planet.
We are the UK’s leading retailer of SPES protective equipment and hold large stocks of their products. We stock a range of federschwert, bucklers, rapiers, sabres, padded practice swords, wooden and nylon wasters, daggers, books, DVDs - basically everything you will ever need to get you into HEMA!
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Telemark Viking Shield Boss - 14 gauge
Sawed shield boss made of steel inspired by the ones found in Telemark (Norway).
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Outer diameter: 16cm approx.
Inner diameter: 12cm approx.
Depth: 6cm approx.
Thickness: 2mm approx.
Weight: 420g
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 Telemark Viking Shield Boss - 14 gauge with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.Excl. Tax: £32.50 Incl. Tax: £39.00 -
SPES HEMA Foam Buckler - Blue
Training buckler 33cm diameter. Made of safe materials - mostly foam and ecoleather. Designed for medieval fencing training and medieval combat.
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Made of foam, it allows safe medieval fencing practice and training. The buckler is extremely durable. Leather strengthening around the strap clamping provides additional durability and solidity.
The buckler is not meant to be used with hard, sharp weapons or be hit against hard, sharp objects.
Diameter: 33cm
Weight: 415g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £38.00 Incl. Tax: £45.60 -
SPES HEMA Foam Buckler - Red
Training buckler 33cm diameter. Made of safe materials - mostly foam and ecoleather. Designed for medieval fencing training and medieval combat.
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Made of foam, it allows safe medieval fencing practice and training. The buckler is extremely durable. Leather strengthening around the strap clamping provides additional durability and strength.
The buckler is not meant to be used with hard, sharp weapons or be hit against hard, sharp objects.
Diameter: 33cm
Weight: 415g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £38.00 Incl. Tax: £45.60 -
9" Synthetic Sparring Buckler
The fist-sized Mini Buckler is smaller (with a 9" diameter) and more manoeuvrable at deflecting blows than our larger models. Its size gives it distinct blocking and defence advantages in situations where a larger buckler might be an impediment. Hugely popular with HEMA practitioners and Historical re-enactors.
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Always wear eye protection and appropriate equipment when training. Not for use when training against metal weapons.
Diameter: 23cm
Weight: 680g
Material: Polypropylene
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Buy the Synthetic Sparring Buckler with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA retailer.Excl. Tax: £39.17 Incl. Tax: £47.00 -
17" Talhoffer Buckler - Dark - 16 gauge
Fencing has always been a tricky sport, especially to protect yourself from sharp blows. And if it is inspired by the shield of Vans Talhoffer himself, there is no way your opponent will be able to defeat you! So be it hiding your next move or deflecting the enemy’s sharp sword blows, this Talhoffer shield will be the best fit!
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This shield is painstakingly handmade from 16 gauge mild steel. This shield comes with a metal handle reinforced with a wooden cover for a better grip. The design is historically inspired with meticulous details.
Length: 43.1cm
Width: 27.9cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £37.50 Incl. Tax: £45.00 -
12" Fluted Buckler - 14 gauge
Used from the 12th to the 18th century, the buckler achieved a deserved reputation as both a defensive and offensive arm. Indispensable in both classical rapier play and I.33 sparring, it has become an essential part of the modern swordsman's equipment.
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Our 12” Fluted Buckler is crafted in 14 gauge steel and features radial embossed flutes for rigidity. The wooden grip is securely riveted to the body of the buckler.
Diameter: 31cm
Plate thickness: 2mm
Weight: 1258g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Buy the 12” Fluted Buckler - 14 gauge with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.Excl. Tax: £36.67 Incl. Tax: £44.00 -
12" Polished Steel Buckler - 16 gauge
Want to keep your next move out of your opponent’s sight fooling them into a trap? Or deflect those sharp sword blows? This reliable buckler shield does it all for you!
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This buckler shield is HANDCRAFTED from tough 16 gauge MILD STEEL and comes with a metal handle, reinforced with shock-absorbing GENUINE WOOD. This is a fully functional buckler that can be used for historical re-enactments and décor as well.
Diameter: 30.5cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £30.00 Incl. Tax: £36.00 -
12" Black Steel Buckler - 16 gauge
Want to keep your next move out of your opponent’s sight fooling them into a trap? Or deflect those sharp sword blows? This reliable buckler shield does it all for you!
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This buckler shield is HANDCRAFTED from tough 16 gauge MILD STEEL and comes with a metal handle, reinforced with shock-absorbing GENUINE WOOD. This is a fully functional buckler that can be used for historical re-enactments and décor as well.
Diamter: 30.5cm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.Excl. Tax: £37.50 Incl. Tax: £45.00 -
12" Simple Buckler - 16 gauge
This kind of buckle was commonly used as a complement of one-handed weapons from the Middle Ages until renaissance.
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Diameter: 31cm
Plate thickness: 1.6mm
Border thickness: 2.5mm
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Steel thickness may vary due to the handcrafted methods used on its manufacturing. The steel is untreated and may have rust. To protect the steel you may rub it with mineral or synthetic oil.
Buy the 12” Simple Buckler - 16 gauge with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.Excl. Tax: £35.00 Incl. Tax: £42.00 -
9" Simple Buckler - 16 gauge
Support defensive weapon widely used in Europe for people of all categories, from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Its use has been recorded in various treatises of the time.
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Diameter: 23cm
Plate thickness: 1.6mm
Border thickness: 2.5mm
Weight: 0.72 kg
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 9” Simple Buckler – 16 gauge with confidence from the UK’s leading HEMA buckler retailer.Excl. Tax: £32.50 Incl. Tax: £39.00