Published On May 16, 2015
Materials used:
- 7 mm (9/32'') pine boards
- Wood glue
- Linen cloth
- Shield boss: http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kult...
- Linen cloth
- Rawhide from a dog chew (optional)
- Leather (optional)
- Nails or rivets
Archaeological sources for original shields:
http://members.ozemail.com.au/~chrisa...
More information about shields and their use:
http://www.hurstwic.org/history/artic...
The sword used for the cutting test, The Caithness by Albion:
http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kult...
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http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kult...
Some recommended knife makers on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UT...
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