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CurseForge · Minecraft mod

Gear Shield

Warns you when your tools and armor are about to break.

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Quick answer

Which Gear Shield release should I use?

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Latest stable file Gear Shield 2.0
Game version 26.3
Loader Fabric

Gear Shield 2.0 targets 26.3 with Fabric. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is Gear Shield required on the client, server, or both?

The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

Client Source doesn’t say
Dedicated server Source doesn’t say
Loader for this release Fabric
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.

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What else does Gear Shield 2.0 need?

Gear Shield 2.0. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No extra mods listed for this file

This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

This file does not list any required or optional mods.

Before you install it

Add Gear Shield without breaking your instance.

Built for Gear Shield 2.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use Gear Shield 2.0. It targets 26.3 with Fabric; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside Gear Shield 2.0. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Gear Shield add?

🛡️ GearShield

Never let your gear betray you at the worst moment.

GearShield alerts you before your tools and armor break, so you don’t lose your best items mid-fight, mining, or exploration.

⚡ Features

- 🔔 Real-time durability warnings

- 🛠️ Works for tools, weapons, and armor

- ⚠️ Custom threshold alerts (e.g. 10%, 20%)

- 🎮 Lightweight and performance-friendly

- Built for Fabric

💡 Why You Need It

You’re mining diamonds… or fighting mobs… and suddenly your tool breaks.
GearShield makes sure that never happens again.

Stay prepared. Stay protected.

Project description from CurseForge.

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Recent files

Gear Shield versions and loaders

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