Gladiator: Maximus Shield - Prop or Cosplay

Gladiator : Maximus Shield — Master Replica

In the pits of the Colosseum, a shield is more than cover. It is identity. Maximus’ round buckler carries the story of a soldier turned legend, its hammered face and carved figures catching torchlight between clashing blades. This replica leans on deep screen-reference study to lock in the proportions, ring widths, and relief band so the silhouette reads instantly from across a room. In hand it feels right: dense, cool metallic finish up front, real leather and hardware at the back, and a balanced center that sits steady on the forearm. Built in the Props & Pixels Perth workshop, it arrives ready to wear or mount. No extra work needed.

Stand-Out Build Highlights

• Thick-walled ABS+ shell, vapour-smoothed for a forged-metal feel
• ABS sections bonded with Soudal 135623 CA + activator for rigid seams
• Front face hand-textured with strike and scrape passes for period wear
• Top-grain cowhide rear straps with brass buckle, steel rivets, punched holes
• Weight balanced for carry and display; inner padding for comfort
• Screen-referenced details throughout; con-safe and ready out of the box

Paint & Finish

• Shell prepped and smoothed, panel lines sharpened
• Molotow Liquid Chrome and Tamiya Metallic mix laid as base
• Tamiya black/brown washes pushed into relief band, wiped for depth
• Dry-brushed highlights across rims and motifs for honest wear
• Matte protective seal; leather straps cleaned and conditioned
• Result: Ready for display or cosplay—reads like aged steel and shrugs off fingerprints

Specs at a Glance

• Approx 500 × 500 × 43 mm
• Approx 1.2 kg
• Materials: ABS+ shell, steel plate inner core, topside thick real leather straps, steel rivets, brass buckle
• Finish: Metallic silver with aged relief band and hammered center

Ideal For

Cosplayers wanting zero-hassle screen accuracy
Collectors who want instant display impact
Film/photo crews needing ready-to-shoot props

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: Non-functional replica for display/cosplay. Props & Pixels is not affiliated with Universal Pictures or its licensors.