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Description
This hand-forged Viking axe pairs a decorated, etched head with a carved wooden handle — a fully functional working axe at an accessible price. It is the value pick in our range: a real, usable Viking axe rather than a cast display replica.
Build & materials
- Head: forged carbon steel, finished with etched Norse detailing.
- Handle: hand-carved wood.
- Total length: 20" (50.8 cm).
- Fully functional — 100% handmade, built to be used as well as displayed.
A working Viking axe you can afford
Most decorated Viking axes are display-only. This one is hand-forged from carbon steel and fully functional, so it can chop and split as well as hang on a wall — which is why it's our best-value pick, one of the choices in our guide to the best Viking axes, and a favourite for a first Viking axe. Browse the rest of our Viking axes to compare.
Frequently asked questions
Is this Viking axe functional?
Yes — it's a real working axe, not a display piece: hand-forged from carbon steel and fully functional.
What is it made of?
The head is forged carbon steel with etched decoration, and the handle is hand-carved wood.
How big is the axe?
It has a total length of 20 inches (50.8 cm) — a one-handed Viking axe.
Is it handmade?
Yes — it is 100% handmade, from forging the head to carving the handle.
How do I care for a carbon-steel axe?
Keep the carbon-steel head dry and lightly oiled to prevent rust, and re-oil the wooden handle occasionally so it does not dry out.