Carbon steel Viking Axe black leather wrapped handle with leather sheath

Koch Rune Skeggox (Old Norse: Bearded Axe) Style is a one-handed axe that was inuse throughout the Viking Age. The name is derived from the elongated lowerportion of the axe head that provides a wide cutting surface without increasingthe total weight.The shaft is treated, polished rosewood. A hand-sewn leather protector isincluded.To protect the blade and ensure it stays in top condition, each EngravedIronside Axe comes with a hand-sewn leather protector that adds to the weapon'soverall style and elegance.Whether you're a Viking enthusiast, collector, or simply looking for a powerfuland reliable item, the Engraved Ironside Axe is an excellent choice. Order yourstoday and experience the beauty of this ancient weapon for yourself.Disclaimer: A skeggox is not a heavy-duty wood chopping axe. The blade is thinand made for cutting, whilst a wood chipping axe has a wedge-shaped blade towithstand the impact. The elongated parts of the blade are especially vulnerablefor heavy impacts since they have no "backing". They are there to minimizeweight and increase the cutting edge.Model Name: Rune Axe - KK-VA-0001Handle Length: 560 mmHandle Material: RosewoodAxe Cutting Edge: 130 mmOverall Length: 560 mmTotal Weight: approx. 1.4 kgAxe Head Material: Carbon Steel 1095Axe details: Engraved artwork on Head. Head wedged to the shaft. Sharpened edgeSheath: Handmade Leather SheathForged in Steel Carefully handmade, small variations may occur.Store your axe appropriately to keep it rust free. Don t store your axe in aleather sheath for an extended period. Moisture and chemicals in the leather cancause your blade to rust. You blade needs to be dry and lubricated beforestorage.Remember, even the most advanced steels will rust if not cared for properly.Please Note: Your axe has been handmade with care and attention to detail.Handmade items contain small imperfections and defects that makes your axeunique. Handles and leather sheaths may vary depending on the material we haveavailable at the time. Due to hand forging all patterns may vary slightly.What's in the box:1 x Engraved Axe1 x Leather Sheath