Materials used:
7 mm (9/32'') pine boards
Wood glue
Linen cloth
Shield boss: http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kult...'>http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kult...'>http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kult...'>http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kult...
Linen cloth
Rawhide from a dog chew (optional)
Leather (optional)
Nails or rivets

Archaeological sources for original shields:
http://members.ozemail.com.au/~chrisa...

More information about shields and their use:
http://www.hurstwic.org/history/artic...

The sword used for the cutting test, The Caithness by Albion:
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Some recommended knife makers on Amazon:
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