Boeotian/Dipylon Shield

[Chris B]

Yeah. I understand that too. Solid wood would have been a bit stronger, but physically, it is impossible that a cut rim of any construction would have been as stout as the Aspis design. Even solid steel would be weaker once the rim was cut compared with the same shape left whole. I wish I had a lathe or method for making it exactly as it was made for study, but this will have to do. It will never see simulated combat or receive a single blow anyways. Once I get a nice paint job on it, I think I would have to kill someone for getting even a little scratch on it. :lol: I have a new theory......maybe the holes were for bracing their Glocks for longer range shots. :wink: At least that's what I would use it for.