Description
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This style of shield was used most commonly in Italy (Rotella) and Spain (Rodela) but also used in other European countries such as England where it was known as a target. Rotella can be seen in various treaties such as Achille Marozzo’s Opera Nova dell'Arte delle Armi from the 16th century.
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.
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Additional Info
Additional Info
| Brand | Marshal Historical |
|---|---|
| Steel Gauge | 16 Gauge |
| Specification | Diameter: 50.5cm All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece |
Reviews
- Perfect for My SizeReview by Colin
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I have received the shield a few weeks ago. It came in very nice condition, and quite greasy from the anti-rust maintenance oil. I appreciate that. I let my friends check it out, and I found that it was too small for them: the straps gave too narrow a space for their padded arms to fit through, and the diameter of the shield failed to cover their elbow. But that’s not a bad thing for me, for I am smaller than all of my friends, and had very little issue with wearing it. Although, I issue a word of caution for any of who are bigger than me. Make sure to measure your arm from elbow to closed fisted fingers, and if you wear HEMA gauntlets, use a lighter padded leather glove on the shield-hand. For this aspect of sizing, I give it 8/10 in general.Value Quality Price
Also, in terms of performance in sparring, I give it 10/10. It held up very nicely against steel sideswords and rapiers. I believe it will handle just fine against blunt longswords and feders. I felt very safe and confident with the shield, so much so that I fight more aggressively and get in closer more often with it. The reinforcement lives up to its name. And my arm didn’t feel any noticeable shock from impact against the shield, for the canvas padding behind it formed a good cushion. (Posted on 29/04/2022)