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Viking Splitting Axe
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Viking Splitting Axe
Our Viking Splitting Axes have been expertly crafted using the highest-quality materials, and are available in three sizes. The head has been forged using a special Railroad Steel to achieve the "Petersen Type M" shape associated with the Viking Age, but also make the axe tough enough to split wood. The shaft has been hand-crafted from Ash, and sculpted to give added grip when chopping or splitting kindling. Then 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 axes have a wedge shaped blade, specially designed to withstand the impact created by splitting wood. The wedge shaped head will also aid in forcing the wood to split axe the axe travels through. These are an attempt to recreate what likely would have been used in the Viking Age.
Features:
- Sharpened edge
- Total Length: Large - 57 cm (22.44") / Medium - 37 cm (14.56") / Small - 33 cm (13")
- Blade width: Large - 17.5 cm (6.8") / Medium - 15 cm (6") / Small - 14 cm (5.5")
- Cutting edge length: Large - 12 cm (4.7") / Medium - 9 cm (3.5") / Small - 9 cm (3.5")
- Head material - Carbon steel (Railroad Steel)
- 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.
Due To licencing laws This item cannot be shipped international (Out side of the UK) Via Royal Mail , if Royal Mail is chosen your order cannot be sent .
SHIPPING, RETURNS & CUSTOMS
We offer FREE shipping on all orders over £40 within the UK.
Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on parcel size, weight and delivery location.
We aim to ship in stock items within 2 working days. Custom or handmade items do have a production time, please check the item description for these.
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REVIEWS
ICONIC DESIGNOur Viking Splitting Axes feature the classic "bearded" shape synonymous with the Vikings, crafted with precision using high-quality carbon steel and Ash wood.- PREMIUM CRAFTSMANSHIPWith a wedge shaped edge and being made from hardened Railroad Steel, this axe is the perfect tool for splitting fire wood.
- EXTENSIVELY TESTEDWe know the importance of a good wood splitting axe. This is why our owner, Daniel, took the range home, and put these axes through their paces! See Below
- 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.
