Description:
This Viking-inspired broad axe is crafted with a mild steel head and a high carbon steel cutting edge, forged using traditional methods. The handle is made from durable Tasmanian Oak hardwood, providing strength and a comfortable grip. Ideal for Viking reenactors, early medieval collectors, or enthusiasts, this axe is modeled after broad axes from the Viking Age, specifically the Petersen Type “M1” axes from around AD 940 to AD 1050. Known for its wide, curved cutting edge and twin-spurred handle socket, this axe is a striking representation of the iconic Viking weapon.
Features:
- Material: Mild steel head with a high carbon steel cutting edge.
- Handle: Made from sturdy Tasmanian Oak hardwood, finished with linseed oil for protection.
- Design: Based on Viking-era axes from AD 940–1050, specifically Petersen Type “M1.”
- Functionality: Suitable for both combat and practical tasks like woodworking.
- Forging Process: Traditional hand-forging techniques, including forge-welding of high-carbon steel, create a hard, sharp edge.
- Finish: It retains dark coloring from the heat treatment process, showcasing the beauty and personality of the hand-forged craftsmanship.
Specifications:
- Overall Length: 20 inches
- Blade Head Width: 5 inches
- Cutting Edge: 5 inches – 20 to 25 degree ‘V’ shaped bevel
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