Hylian Shield

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need to find decorative bolts (Carriage bolts) https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/page.php?theLocation=/Resources/Product/hardware/Pyramid_Head_Rivet_639.xml/

  1. Build the flat shield (cut it from 1/4" plywood)
  2. Build a frame to bend the plywood
  3. Steam-bend the plywood and lock it in the frame
  4. Cut metal pieces
  5. Dry fit to shield and cut counter sink holes
  6. Paint and polish (probably 2 or 3 passes) shield and metal
  7. Put everything together
  8. Create leather armband and attach
The Hylian Shield

Note that the red bird symbol can be painted right on the shield, the rest is metal.