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Old 23rd February 2021, 08:05 AM   #6
colin henshaw
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Originally Posted by Norman McCormick
Hi,
Thanks guys. Yes I believe elephant hide is the preferred material for these. As far as the meaning or use re the cutouts I think the jury is still out on that. Spear rests seem to be the most popular explanation but I'm not convinced.
Regards,
Norman.
I read somewhere that the cutouts were to improve the vision of the person holding the shield...
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