Viking Axe, Hand Forged Steel, Type A

Whether it was used to chop down trees, build ships, houses, and furniture, or wielded in battle, the axe was an indispensable and versatile tool for the Vikings. The shape and size of the Axe heads were determined by their intended use. There were also elaborately adorned axes that were more of a status symbol and were often buried next to their owner. Today, Viking axes are popular collector's items and often used in movies, TV series, and video games to convey the image of the wild and fearless Vikings.

In terms of shape, the head of the Viking axe we offer here is classified as Petersen type A. The blade is hand-forged from high-carbon steel, and the handle is made of sturdy ash wood.

Note that this medieval axe is not a battle-ready weapon. It was primarily designed as a collector's piece or decoration/display and is in no way suitable for combat reenactment. In addition to its quality as a collectible, it is also perfectly suited as an accessory, for example, to complete your outfit, and will make your transformation into a proud warrior perfect.

Details:
- Blade material: high carbon steel (not stainless)
- Handle material: ash wood
- Overall length (with shaft): approx. 60 cm
- Barrel length: approx. 55 cm
- Barrel thickness: approx. 2.5 x 3.5 cm
- Head: approx. 19 x 10 cm
- Weight: approx. 1130 g

Specifications may vary slightly from part to part.

The steel used here is not rust-proof and may have slight surface stains in places. We recommend that you maintain the blade regularly, for example using Ballistol Universal Oil, which is ideal for caring for steel.

Our reproduction is based directly on an original helmet found in a 10th-century Slavic-Varangian settlement called Gnezdovo or Gnyozdovo near Smolensk in modern Russia. Many typical Scandinavian artifacts have been found at the same time as this helmet, making it a good choice for anyone wishing to re-enact an Oriental Viking/Varangian/Russ/Slav character. On the other hand, such a helmet would seem much less appropriate if you were depicting a Viking from the west invain england, for example.

This gorgeous Gnezdovo helmet is handmade 16 gauge soft steel (14G available upon request), lined with a comfortable and secure leather lining and a sturdy riveted aventail mail. A circumference of approx. 68 cm makes almost all head sizes fit. And a sturdy closed chin strap with a beautiful buckle will help keep your helmet in place during all your battles.

 With deep contrasts engraved using different handles and deep special acid engravings. An original and exclusive sword model on the market.