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Odin's Broad Axe
£115.00
Odin's Broad Axe
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Odin's Broad Axe
Odin's Broad Axe has been beautifully crafted using the highest-quality materials. The head has been forged using carbon steel to achieve the "Petersen Type M" shape associated with the Viking Age. The shaft has been hand-crafted from Ash and finished with our signature beeswax and linseed oil blend, which helps protect, aids in grip, and brings out the wood's natural grain. Each axe is supplied with a hand-sewn leather sheath that connects with push buttons for quick and easy removal.
These are an attempt to recreate what likely would have been used in the Viking Age.
Features:
- Sharpened edge
- Total Length - 66 cm (25.8")
- Blade width - 16.5 cm (6.5")
- Cutting edge length - 17.5 cm (7")
- Weight - 1.4 Kg
- Head material - Carbon steel (1040)
- Shaft material - Ash
- Leather sheath
- Head wedged to shaft
- Blade hardness - 58-60 HRC
- Petersen Type M
- Date used: 940 - 1050 CE
Each axe has been carefully handmade. Therefore, it is possible that there will be some small variations. Stamped with our logo as a sign of assured quality.
THESE ARE NOT TOYS. THEY ARE FULLY FUNCTIONAL AXES WITH EXTREMELY SHARP BLADES. You MUST be 18 to purchase this item, and identification will be required on delivery.
Any customs fees that may occur with items sent to Europe are payable by the customer.
SHIPPING, RETURNS & CUSTOMS
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REVIEWS
VIKING ACCURACYOur Odin's Broad Axe faithfully recreates the iconic "Petersen Type M" shape for historical enthusiasts.- QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIPMade with high-quality carbon steel and Ash wood, finished with our signature beeswax and linseed oil blend.
- DUAL FUNCTIONALITYWith a sharpened edge and 66 cm length, it serves as both a formidable weapon and practical tool for shaping logs.
- HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCEUsed throughout the Viking Age it holds a significant place in history as a weapon of choice for the Varangian Guard.
WHAT IS A BROAD AXE?
The Broad Axe (Old Norse: breiðøx) is a large broad-headed axe. The Petersen Type M tends to feature a wide, thin blade with pronounced "horns" at the toe and heel of the blade. The wide and thin profile of the blade made these types of axes excellent at cutting.
As tools, they would have been used to shape logs when creating beams through a process known as hewing.
Broad Axes also made fantastic weapons (especially when the shaft was extended to 0.9 - 1.7 m. Also known as the Dane Axe). The broad, thin blade was particularly effective against cavalry and shields, as a long powerful cut could be delivered.
Predominately used through the Viking Age, the broad axe was adopted by the William the Conqueror in his invasion of England, and can be seen featuring on the Bayeux Tapestry. The Broad Axe / Dane Axe became a specified weapon of the Varangian Guard.
CARING FOR YOUR AXE
Our axes come with a small tin of our special linseed oil and beeswax blend, ensuring they're treated before they even reach you.
Although high carbon steel offers exceptional durability, it's not completely water-resistant. To maintain your axe's pristine condition, it's essential to regularly apply oil or our wax blend. This simple care routine ensures your axe remains in top-notch shape, keeping it looking its best for years to come.
Please Note: Not all axes are made for chopping wood. Wood chopping axes have a specially designed widened axe blade to withstand the forces applied with splitting wood. Using an axe in any manner other than that it has been designed for can result in damage.
