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Description
The "Vargr" is a fully functional Viking throwing axe — a hardened high-carbon (AISI 1065) head on a balanced ash handle, built for real target throwing. Compact at 40 cm overall and well-weighted at 1 kg, it's made to stick, not just to sit on a shelf.
Vargr throwing axe: build & materials
- Head: hand-forged high-carbon steel (AISI 1065), hardened and ready to throw; head length 5.51" (140 mm), cutting edge 3.31" (85 mm).
- Handle: ergonomic ash wood with Nordic-style engravings and a reinforced grip.
- Overall length: 15.74" (400 mm); weight: 2.2 lb (1 kg).
- Fully functional for target throwing; custom engraving and a wooden box optional.
Built to throw
A throwing axe is a different tool from a display piece: the head is compact and carefully balanced for accurate throws. The Vargr's 1 kg weight and 40 cm length make it easy to learn on and satisfying to stick — our top pick for anyone getting into axe throwing, and a top pick in our guide to the best Viking axes. See the rest of our Viking axes.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Vargr a real throwing axe?
Yes — it is fully functional, with a hardened high-carbon (AISI 1065) head and a balance made for target throwing.
What steel is the Vargr made of?
The head is high-carbon steel (AISI 1065), hardened and ready to throw; the handle is ash wood with a reinforced grip.
How big and heavy is the Vargr throwing axe?
It is 15.74" (400 mm) long and weighs 2.2 lb (1 kg), with a 5.51" (140 mm) head and a 3.31" (85 mm) cutting edge.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes — at 1 kg and 40 cm it is easy to learn on, and affordable enough to buy a pair and start throwing.
Can I get it engraved?
Yes — custom engraving (text or logo) can be placed on the handle or head, with one placement included.