This battle-ready Knights Templar Shield is made of 16 gauge thick steel which will protect you from poundings in reenactments and tournaments. This SCA shield comes with two 1 1/2 inch genuine thick leather straps already attached so you can use it right out of the box. If you'd like a wall hanging chain attached in the back instead, please contact us after ordering. It is hand-painted and coated in polyurethane to protect the paint work. This impressive Templar combat shield is a classic medieval shield and is very popular. It will fit right in at your sca combat event. This shield is hand-painted by our skilled artists. Please allow 10-14 days to ship. Since this item is hand-painted it is treated as custom work and no returns are accepted. It is your responsibility to understand SCA combat rules and regulations. These rules and regulations vary from tournament to tournament and all standards are subject to interpretation by Tournament Marshall. For your own protection, do not use this or any other shield in any combat activity unless it is approved by SCA Officials prior to event.