[Ansteorra] Rapier Buckler Question

[Andreas von Meißen]

Mine is a  19.5" round made of 1/4" plywood, with a metal boss, wooden
handle, and rubber edging (not sure what kind, it was a gift).

The edging should prevent the edge fraying and becoming dangerous (able to
catch and break blades or injure someone). Hose is common. Duct tape edging
is common, but I hate it. Leather works well and looks good.

There is no minimum size for a buckler. You can fight with a fist buckler
if you like, I know people who have (this one, specifically:
http://www.therionarms.com/reenact/therionarms_c563.html).

Maximum size varies by kingdom. I do not believe Ansteorra has any
restrictions, but I could be wrong. The last listing I have says no, but
I'm not sure how up-to-date it is. Gulf Wars might have them, in which case
it'd be wise to make sure your buckler follows those regulations if you
want to use it at war.

-- Andreas




Greetings All,
>    I was wondering if their are any rapier fighters or perhaps
> rapier marshals who could give me the scoop on rapier shields or bucklers.
> Specifically dimensions (maximum and minimum) and material as well as the
> preferred edging.
> I tried to find the info on the kingdom site but maybe I was looking in
> the wrong place. I made one for myself many years ago but it was mainly a
> show piece, this one needs to be fight worthy. Any help is greatly
> appreciated!
>
> In service
> Jasper C.
>

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Andrew R. Mizener/ Herr Andreas von Meißen
Cadet to Warder Brighid MacCumhal
Barony of Elfsea - Nautilus Pursuivant
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