Viking Axe Types

Vikings were an ancient people who raided and settled in many parts of Europe during the 8th through 11th centuries. These warriors were skilled in  Viking axe for sale ship building, navigation and weaponry.

Axes were standard weapons for these warriors and many of them were multi-purpose. They were used for both war and woodcutting.

Danish Axe

The Danish axe is one of the most popular Viking axe types. It's also called the "Dane axe" or "English long axe" and is known for its large cutting edge that extends past the haft to reach all corners of the blade.

The axe is one of the most versatile weapons available to the Vikings, and its shape allows for many different attacks. It can be used to strike the back or neck, as well as the belly, and its curved edge concentrates the force of each blow, making it an excellent tool for stabbing and hooking opponents.

It is often used as a weapon for slashing and stabbing, but it is also effective for cleaving the head of an opponent down to the shoulders (see a speculative reconstruction here). The axe was also very popular among huskarls, elite warriors who were bodyguards to Scandinavian nobles and kings.

This axe is made from high carbon steel, and it comes ready to mount onto your own wooden haft for stage combat and reenactment. It has a sharp edge for stage combat, and is rounded and thickened on the blade ends for reenactment.

Axes were a staple of the Viking arsenal, and they were used by all levels of warriors. They were very effective for stabbing and striking armored opponents, but they were heavy and a lot of work to carry around.

When using the axe in battle, it was important to make sure that it didn't hit the ground, but rather flew through the air and strike the opponent in the back or side of the face. It was also a good idea to have a leather strap to hang the axe on, so that it didn't get lost or dropped.

There are several ways that Vikings would hang an axe, including tying a ring of thong around the top of it or attaching a leather band to the handle. Alternatively, the axe could be secured to a wooden haft with a nail that went through the eye.

The Danish axe is a classic Viking weapon, with its wide blade that includes a pronounced horn at the toe and heel of the blade. It also has a long 3'-4' haft that makes it easy to grab and swing. Its large cutting surface, combined with the horns at both the toe and heel of the blade, made it a highly effective weapon.

Bearded Axe

The bearded axe was one of the most common axes used during the Viking period. It was light to use and had a larger cutting surface than most other axes of the time. It also allowed Viking warriors to hook their opponents’ weapons and shields with ease.

The beard was a design feature that separated this type of axe from the more standard Native American tomahawk and early Bronze Age and Iron Age axes. It was a square-shaped projection on the axe head that allowed the upper hand to remain entirely behind the blade while gripping the throat of the axe. This feature provided a much longer cutting edge, which reduced the amount of steel needed in the axe head.

Another design feature of the beard was that it extended below the width of the axe bit to provide a larger cutting surface while reducing overall weight. This enabled Viking warriors to cleave through tough leather armor and even pierce the thickest shield-edge, all with a single stroke of the axe.

In addition to its combat usage, the bearded axe was also used for wood-working and the chopping of large logs. These tools are still in widespread use today as they allow for precise cuts on massive pieces of wood.

There are many different types of bearded axes, and each one has its own distinct benefits. Some are more suited for throwing than others, so it is important to consider your purpose when purchasing a bearded axe.

Most bearded axes have a wooden handle, which makes them easier to use. However, other types of handles are available as well. These can be made from reinforced plastic or metal.

A good quality bearded axe will be durable and can withstand a lot of wear and tear. Some models even include a sheath to keep the axe clean and sharp.

This axe is designed by our blacksmith Kaspar, and features a laminated bearded blade. It is fitted to a slightly curved handle with four lugs to ensure that it can be held securely in the hand. It is also covered with tanned leather near the handle for a more comfortable grip. This axe is a must-have for any enthusiast of Viking weaponry.

Breid-Ox Axe

During the Viking Age, axes were one of the most popular weapons for warriors. These weapons were easy to carry and were lightweight, making them perfect for close combat. Axes were also incredibly powerful, capable of cleaving the head and body of an opponent in a single blow.

The Breid-Ox Axe (also called a broad axe) is a popular type of viking axe that is found throughout Scandinavia and Northern Europe. It has a long handle and a wide blade that is 45 cm in width. It is often depicted in sculpture and noted in sources.

This type of axe was a common weapon for warriors during the Viking Age, and it is also found in many other cultures around the world. The breid-ox axe is considered to be one of the most important weapons for Vikings, and it was an important part of their culture.

It is also a very versatile weapon, with a curved edge that concentrates the force of an axe blow into a small section of its edge. This enables the axe to punch through mail and helmets, and it can be used for a variety of other attacks, including hooking an ankle to throw an opponent off balance and onto the ground.

When it was not in use, the axe could be stored in a wooden sheath, which was not uncommon for Viking weapons. There is little evidence of axe sheaths in sagas, however, and it is possible that Vikings did not have these sheaths.

Axes of this type were commonly used during the early Viking Age, with cutting edges that ranged from 3 to 6 inches long. As the Viking Age progressed, however, axes became larger and more complex.

The axe horns at each end of the haft (oxarhyrna) were kept sharp, so they could be used for offensive strikes. These axe points could be as much as a foot long, and they would be very sharp and strong. The axe horns could be used for both stabbing and cutting, and they were deadly in close-combat situations as well.

Type B Axe

Axes were a staple of the Vikings’ arsenal and they were used in battle as well as for everyday tasks. The axe was not only an effective weapon, but also extremely portable, which allowed it to be carried around easily and used in any location.

A variety of types were used throughout the Viking Age. Some axes were shaped like bearded axes, known as skeggox or beard axes, while others were designed to look more like swords. A type of axe that was in use from about 900 to 1030 AD was called the “K” axe. The K axe had shallow spurs and a long, slightly curved blade.

Another type of axe was the “M” axe, which was in use from about 940 to 1200. These axes were very similar to the “K” axe, with blunted spurs and a curved blade. These axes were also very popular in the Scandinavian regions, as they were lightweight and easy to carry.

Several of these axes were inlaid with designs, including symbols from Norse mythology. One axe from Mammen, for example, is decorated with designs in silver. It displays motifs such as the rooster Gullinkambi (Old Norse “golden comb”) or the Phoenix. The axe from Mammen was discovered in Jutland and dates to the late 9th or early 10th century.

There are also a few axes that feature a metal ferrule in the upper part of the shaft. These were designed to make the axe stronger and improve its appearance. These iron plate ferrules are found in a variety of different locations, but they are especially common in Finland and Poland.

The axe head was a vital component of the Viking weapons arsenal, and it was forged in several ways. The first method was by forming a rough shape and splitting the frontal portion of the axe head before inserting a high-carbon steel blade.

After completing the axe head, the blade was welded to it. This process required a lot of work, and it took a skilled smith to complete the task. A skilled craftsman could even create a double-edged axe with two blades that were welded together, which made it more difficult to break and dislodge.