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Odin's Skeggox
£115.00
Odin's Skeggox
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Odin's Skeggox
Our Odin's Skeggox has been beautifully crafted using the highest-quality materials. The head has been forged using carbon steel to achieve that iconic "bearded" shape associated with the Vikings. 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 - 62 cm (24.5")
- Blade width - 16.5 cm (6.5")
- Cutting edge length - 16.5 cm (6.5")
- Weight - 1.1 Kg
- Head material - Carbon steel (1040)
- Shaft material - Ash
- Leather sheath
- Head wedged to shaft
- Blade hardness - 58-60 HRC
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
ICONIC DESIGNOur Odin's Skeggox features the classic "bearded" shape synonymous with the Vikings, crafted with precision using high-quality carbon steel and Ash wood.- PREMIUM CRAFTSMANSHIPWith a sharpened edge and a total length of 62 cm, this axe boasts meticulous handmade construction and a signature beeswax and linseed oil finish for durability and grip.
- VERSATILE FUNCTIONALITYThe bearded design allows for a longer cutting blade while keeping the weight down, making it ideal for woodworking tasks such as hewing planks and boat building.
- BATTLE READYIn addition to its woodworking prowess, the Skeggox's bearded portion serves tactical advantages in battle, allowing users to drag shields and weapons down for strategic advantage or disarm opponents effectively.
WHAT IS A SKEGGOX?
The word Skeggox in Old Norse means Skegg for beard and øx for axe, so its easy to see why this type of has become well know as a "Bearded Axe".
Although this type of axe is now synonymous with the Viking Age, earliest record date back to the 6th century. The bearded design of the axe head allows for a longer cutting blade, whilst also keeping the overall weight down. This design also allows the user to grab behind the blade when planing or shaving wood, giving greater control. The bearded axe was primarily a woodworking too for hewing planks, and was a key tool for boat building
When used in battle, the bearded portion of the Skeggox could be used to drag shields and weapons down to leave an opening for attack, or even to completely disarm the enemy.
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.
