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Description
The "Havamal" is a hand-forged, double-edged Viking battle axe in a fully functional version — a twin-bladed head of high-carbon AISI 1065 steel on an ash-wood handle. It is built to swing, not just hang on a wall, and named after the Hávamál, the Norse "Sayings of the High One" attributed to Odin.
Double-edged Viking axe: build & materials
- Head: forged high-carbon steel (AISI 1065), hardened to ~48–54 HRC — a symmetrical double-edged (twin-bit) profile.
- Handle: ash wood with a gentle leather wrap for grip.
- Overall length: 32.87" (835 mm); weight: 4.18 lb (1.9 kg).
- Blade-to-blade: 12.59" (320 mm); cutting edge: 7.08" (180 mm).
- Leather blade cover included; wooden gift box optional.
- Fully functional — forged and heat-treated to be used, not a cast display replica.
At 4.18 lb on a 32.87" ash handle, it carries real head weight — you feel the mass on the swing, not a lightweight prop.
The meaning of "Hávamál"
In Norse mythology, Hávamál means "The Sayings of the High One" — a collection of wisdom attributed to Odin. That name is a deliberate choice: this is a working axe with a story behind it, which is why it lands equally with collectors, reenactors, and anyone who just wants a functional piece. Compare it with the rest of our Viking axes.
Personalize your Havamal axe
Add custom engraving — text, initials or a logo — with one engraving placement included. If you add the optional wooden box, the engraving is applied to the axe by default, or to the box if the design is too large.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Havamal a real, functional battle axe?
Yes. The Havamal is hand-forged from high-carbon AISI 1065 steel and heat-treated to about 48–54 HRC, so it is fully functional and ready to use — not a cast display piece.
Did Vikings use double-edged axes?
Historically, Viking axes were almost always single-bit — like the classic bearded axe. The double-edged (twin-bit) axe is largely a modern and fantasy design, so the Havamal is a functional double-edged Nordic-style axe rather than a historical reproduction.
What steel is the Havamal axe made of?
The head is forged high-carbon steel (AISI 1065) hardened to about 48–54 HRC, and the handle is ash wood with a leather wrap.
How big and heavy is the Havamal axe?
It is 32.87" (835 mm) long and weighs 4.18 lb (1.9 kg), with a blade-to-blade width of 12.59" (320 mm) and a 7.08" (180 mm) cutting edge.
What does "Hávamál" mean?
Hávamál translates to "The Sayings of the High One," a collection of wisdom attributed to Odin in Norse mythology.