Product description
The axe was an indispensable and versatile tool for the Vikings, whether used for felling trees, building ships, houses, and furniture, or as a weapon in battle. The shape and size of the axe heads were adapted to their intended use. Some axes were beautifully decorated and served as status symbols, often buried alongside their owner. Today, Viking axes are popular collectibles and frequently appear in films, TV series, and video games, reinforcing the image of the fierce and fearless Vikings.
This type of axe head is classified as Petersen Type B. The blade has a distinctive bearded shape, featuring a prominent downward “beard.” These axes are often found in contexts associated with warfare. Axes of this type were made at least between 800 and 900 AD, though possibly as early as the 7th century. The “beard” – the downward-extending part of the blade – provided a larger cutting surface without increasing the weight of the axe. This design allowed the user to grip the handle directly behind the head for woodworking or carving. In combat, the beard also offered advantages, such as hooking or pulling an opponent’s shield or weapon.
This Viking axe features a hand-forged blade made of high-quality carbon steel and a sturdy ash wood handle.
