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Use of Strings of Leather Shield Cover
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07-24-2013, 11:40 AM
It is conjectural, but the

Quote:use of these strings as a means to roll up and fix the shield cover itself when not in use.

seems to be the current working hypothesis, afaik.
Christian K.

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Use of Strings of Leather Shield Cover - by Tom - 07-22-2013, 07:16 PM
Use of Strings of Leather Shield Cover - by Tom - 07-23-2013, 09:06 PM
Use of Strings of Leather Shield Cover - by caiusbeerquitius - 07-24-2013, 11:40 AM
Use of Strings of Leather Shield Cover - by Tom - 07-25-2013, 06:44 AM
Use of Strings of Leather Shield Cover - by Tom - 07-25-2013, 08:14 PM

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