Zulu War Isihlangu Cow Hide Battle Shield MP 34 As with its predecessor

As with its predecessor

They had used the triangular rod system on the Model 1880 and some Model 1882 rifles

The right side of the frame is marked

"Hollow Ground

These are what the Germans used to sight and fix positions on the closing Allied Battleships in the English Channel

Zulu War Isihlangu Cow Hide Battle Shield MP 34 As with its predecessorNew Made Item: This is a beautiful reproduction of the traditional battle shield of the ZULU tribe warriors under their leader Shaka known as an Isihlangu. Every shield is hand made in the traditional fashion from a different animal so no two will be exactly the same meaning the color, pattern, shape, hide thickness, and other features will vary. Approximate measurements: Shield height: 36" 38" Shield width: 20" 22" Shaft Height: 46" 48" The making of