“Sturdy steel grip” not so sturdy Bought this buckler and only got to use it once. On the first punch the “sturdy” steel grip collapsed to one side. I bent it back out, but the steel was already so week that the grip folded again in the next blow from a sword. It looks badly twisted now, and repeated attempts to straighten it out guarantee it will snap off. It may be possible to cut the grip off and replace it with some kind of an oak dowel if I drill out the rivets. The front of the shield is solid like a tank, so that might be the way to go for continued use. Nevertheless, disappointing quality for a product that advertises the strength of its grip. Seen better grips on cheaper bucklers.
