Plain black Viking planked shield

Plain black Viking shield...ready to use as is OR paint it up how you want with your own designs
Hand crafted and hand painted by me in England. 
Reverse is stained wood with off centre grip to accommodate a gauntlet if worn
perfect size for handling, handmade with glued spruce planks not plywood, Viking shield with thick rawhide edging and riveted/nails (like was used by the Vikings). Steel hammered boss is 12 gauge, 3mm thick and is an 8 inch circle, should be plenty of room if you wear a gauntlet. weighs 3.5 kilos.
Very well made piece, that will take a beating or a great display item.