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Bosses (umbo)

The boss or umbo was originally designed to deflect blows from the centre of shields, though they also provided a place to mount the shield's grip. A boss provides a significant advantage for deflecting blows when using a punching motion.

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Celtic shield boss
Celtic shield boss inside
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Celtic La Tène Shield Boss Umbo
121.86 € 109.61 €
The La Tène Celtic shield was indeed a significant aspect of Celtic warfare and culture during the Iron Age, particularly in the La Tène period, which...
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Roman brass umbo
Brass shield boss
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Roman Shield Boss - Brass Umbo
97.37 € 79.00 €
Behold the heart of Rome's formidable defense: the Scutum Boss. Serving as the focal point of the iconic Roman Scutum, this sturdy brass protrusion was not...
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Anglo - Saxon Shield Boss (umbo)
Boss (umbo)
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Anglo - Saxon Shield Boss (umbo)
60.62 € 48.38 €
The boss, a metal or wooden protrusion often found at the center of round shields, has a rich historical background. Initially designed primarily to deflect...
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steel and wooden shield grip attached to shield
one end of steel shield grip
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Shield Grip
21.43 € 19.60 €
This shield grip has been designed in Australia by an Australian re-enactor exclusively for Fight Club. It will add style and authenticity to the back of...
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Telemark Viking Boss
35.52 € 30.01 €
This Viking boss was recreated from an archaeological find in the remains of a Scandinavian funeral boat. The original piece comes from Groix island, off...
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Large Domed Shield Boss (umbo) 14 gauge
33.68 € 30.62 €
You spoke and we listened! Introducing the new Fight Club bigger, wider boss with a larger internal diameter to fit your gauntlet and protect your hands....
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14 ga shield boss
14 gauge steel shield boss
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Domed Shield Boss (umbo) 14 gauge
30.01 € 25.72 €
MFC's Boss of Boss. At 1.8mm it will take the toughest of blows, can you really take a chance with your hands on the weekend when you have work on Monday....
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Brass Domed Shield Boss (umbo)
Brass Domed Shield Boss (umbo)
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Brass Domed Shield Boss (umbo)
60.62 € 52.05 €
The boss was originally designed to deflect blows from the centre of round shields, though they also provided a place to mount the shield's grip. A boss...
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