Original Victorian Era Rhinoceros Hide Dhal Shield from the Horn of Africa Gahendra Martini Rifles & Parts It was converted to a

It was converted to a breech loading Snider rifle sometime in the 1860s by the British Military

Commanding General

in the weeks after the Dunkirk evacuation it could only field twenty-seven divisions

the Royal Navy was only made up of volunteers

Original Victorian Era Rhinoceros Hide Dhal Shield from the Horn of Africa Gahendra Martini Rifles & Parts It was converted to aOriginal Item: One Only. Traditionally we think of a DHAL Shield as being of INDO PERSIAN origin and can date back to the 17th century, although most encountered are of 19th century origin. These are very often made of iron steel with intricate engravings and gold and silver inlays. However, those produced in the Horn of Africa traditionally are made from thick Rhinoceros hide. Our example here measures 18" across and is constructed of thick Rhino