Viking Knife & Eating Spike Set

These Viking Knife & Eating Spike sets have been beautifully hand forged using high carbon steel to achieve the iconic shape associated with this style of knife, according to finds throughout Viking Age Scandinavia and Britain.

Eating Spike

Throughout the Viking Age (and Medieval Europe) modern eating utensils weren't a thing. People would use items that were readily available to them; their hands, a knife and eating spike. Eating Spikes would be used to transport food to the mouth, whilst also doubling as a useful utility tool around the home.

Viking Knife

The tang of the knife has been drawn out and bent back on itself to create a sturdy integral handle, which features a twist for added grip. The end of the handle has been curled back to create a finger guard. The knife has been finished with our signature beeswax and linseed oil blend, which helps protect, aids in grip and enhances the natural colouring. The sheath has been sewn by hand and houses the knife snugly.

These are an attempt to recreate items likely used in the Viking Age. Knives of this shape have been used for thousands of years, particularly across Northern Europe.

Features:

Sharpened edge
Total Length (Viking Knife) - 22 cm (8.6")
Blade width (Viking Knife) - 2.5 cm (1")
Blade length - 10.5 cm (4.1")
Total Length (Eating Pick) - 16 cm (6.2")
Weight - 0.2 Kg
Blade material - Carbon steel (1040)
Handle material - Integrated
Hand-sewn leather sheath
Blade hardness - 58-60 HRC

Each knife 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.

Please note: High-carbon steel blades are used for their durability and ability to keep a sharpened edge. However, like all carbon steel blades, they are susceptible to moisture erosion (rust) if not cared for correctly. Please oil the blade regularly, especially after use and before storing for long periods of time.

THESE ARE NOT TOYS. THEY ARE FULLY FUNCTIONAL KNIVES 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.