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Ivar's Throwing Axe
£55.00
Ivar's Throwing Axe
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Ivar's Throwing Axe
Ivar's Throwing 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 Ashwood (A tree native to the UK and readily available throughout the "Great Viking Invasion") and finished with our signature beeswax and linseed oil blend, which helps protect, aids grip, and brings out the wood's natural grain. Each axe has a hand-sewn leather sheath that fastens with authentic leather ties.
This throwing axe takes inspiration from the ironic and feared Dane Axe, featuring the same Petersen Type M axe head shape. This well-balanced axe has been reinforced to be the perfect addition to any throwing arsenal.
Who was Ivar the Boneless?
Ivar the Boneless was a Danish Viking Chieftain whose life is shrouded in myth, legend and (more recently) popular culture. Unlike most Viking raiders before him, Ivar sought conquest over petty "smash and grab" style raids. His peculiar nickname likely came from a hereditary skeletal deformity or an inability to walk, but we will never know for certain.
Alongside his brothers, Halfdan and Hubba, and under the banner of revenge for the death of their "father" Ragnar Lothbrok, Ivar led conquests in Ireland, Mercia, and Northumbria and headed the "Great Heathen Army". In 866 AD, Ivar captured the capital city of York, and in 867 AD, King Aella (who was apparently responsible for Ragnar's death) was captured and sentenced to the bloodiest of all Viking deaths: the Blood Eagle.
In 873, Ivar was killed whilst raiding in Ireland but had earned the title "king of the Norsemen of all Ireland and Britain".
* We need to remember a lot of what we know about Ivar the Boneless, comes from myth and legend. We know of a successful Viking warlord, but his ties to the mythical figure Ragnar Lothbrok could be a later addition to add validity to Ivar's campaigns.
Features:
- Sharpened edge
- Total Length - 44 cm (17.5")
- Blade width - 13 cm (5")
- Cutting edge length - 10.5 cm (4.1")
- Weight - 0.8 Kg
- Head material - Carbon steel (1040)
- Shaft material - Ash wood
- Leather sheath
- Head wedged to shaft
- Blade hardness - 58-60 HRC
- Petersen Type M
- Reinforced for throwing
Each axe has been carefully handmade. Therefore, it is possible for there to 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 .
Any customs fees that may occur with items sent to Europe are payable by the customer.
SHIPPING, RETURNS & CUSTOMS
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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
VIKING HERITAGEAuthentic 'Petersen Type M' design for a true Viking experience.- CRAFTSMANSHIPHigh-quality carbon steel head and Ash shaft with beeswax and linseed oil finish.
- PRACTICALITYHand-sewn leather sheath with traditional leather fastening.
- VERSATILITYSuitable for competitive throwing, outdoor adventures, and collection display.
WHAT IS A THROWING AXE?
Throwing axes have a rich history as weapons spanning from antiquity through the medieval ages.
Often wielded by foot soldiers and occasionally by mounted cavalry, these axes were hurled in an overhand motion, spinning gracefully through the air until the blade struck its target. Mastering this technique required considerable skill and practice.
In modern times, axe throwing has evolved into a highly popular sport, originating in Canada. This ancient practice has found new life as enthusiasts from all walks of life embrace the challenge and excitement of hitting the mark with precision and finesse.
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.
