Description

Fist Shield Italian 16th Century:

Sides: 35cm
Upper  Width: 31cm
Bottom Width: 27cm

This distinctive Italian target is based on a 16th century original. Circa 1540-60 Italian, Wallace Collection, London (A 318). These kind of Fist Shields were commonly used in civilian fencing and its mentioned in Achille Marozzo’s fencing book. This Fist Buckler is also called Square Target, Targa Buckler, Achille Targa and quadrangular. The top of buckler is wider than the its bottom and the surface rolling vertically to make middle convex. In the middle there is a long hook surrounded by an oval and outside this a rectangular raised the bar for sword catching. The curved shape creates a surface which captures and directs your opponent’s attack. Achille Targa can be used with both hands.

KEY FEATURES:

► Mild Steel.
► Available Gauges: 20G, 18G, 16G and 14G.
► Available in Dull finished or Mirror polish.
► Use for LARP/ Historical events/ Collectors.
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