{"product_id":"ashwood-runeborn-engraved-hand-forged-viking-axe","title":"Ashwood Runeborn Engraved Hand-Forged Viking Axe – Carbon Steel \u0026 Ash Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshwood Runeborn™ Hand-Forged Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines an engraved carbon steel head with a natural ash wood shaft, genuine cowhide leather binding, antique patina, and traditional Viking-inspired styling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18 inches overall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this handmade axe features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.25-inch-long head with a 5-inch width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating a compact yet substantial forged profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe decorative engraving gives the axe its distinctive identity, while the aged steel finish, visible ash grain, and leather detailing create a traditional handcrafted appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA premium leather sheath is included for protective coverage of the sharpened edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-Forged Carbon Steel Axe Head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ashwood Runeborn™ features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% hand-forged carbon steel axe head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts forged head measures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.25 inches long and 5 inches wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while the complete axe measures approximately 18 inches overall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to the manufacturer, the carbon steel has a hardness of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e54–58 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is supplied with a razor-sharpened cutting edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe manufacturer does not identify the exact carbon-steel alloy. For accuracy, this listing therefore does not claim that the head uses 1095, 5160, 80CrV2, or another specific steel grade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngraved Viking-Style Axe Head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the defining features of the Ashwood Runeborn™ is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eengraved axe head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe decorative detailing gives the forged head more visual character than a plain-finished carbon steel axe, while the antique patina emphasizes its handcrafted appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe darker aged steel also contrasts naturally with the lighter tones and visible grain of the ash wood shaft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ashwood Runeborn™ is a modern handmade Viking-inspired design rather than a documented reproduction of a particular archaeological artifact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Ash Wood Shaft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe forged head is fitted to a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural ash wood shaft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsh has long been appreciated for wooden tool handles because of its characteristic grain and practical handle properties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs genuine natural wood is used, individual shafts can show slight differences in grain pattern, tone, and figuring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePure cowhide leather binding adds another traditional material to the design while creating a visual transition between the forged steel and natural wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact 18-Inch Viking Axe Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18 inches overall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Ashwood Runeborn™ offers a more compact Viking-inspired profile than many long-hafted axes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.25-inch head and 5-inch width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provide substantial forged-steel proportions without requiring an oversized shaft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor customers comparing another ash-handled Viking axe, explore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/the-rollo-hand-forged-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Rollo Hand Forged Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its high-carbon-steel bearded head is paired with a charred and waxed English ash haft and traditional leather wrapping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a substantially larger ash-handled design, compare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/the-hunter-hand-forged-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hunter Hand Forged Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which features a large bearded high-carbon-steel head and a long English ash haft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Leather Sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium leather sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is included with the Ashwood Runeborn™.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sheath provides protective coverage over the razor-sharpened cutting edge during handling, transportation, and storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural leather also complements the cowhide wrapping and ash wood shaft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways make sure the carbon steel axe head is clean and completely dry before fitting the leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshwood Runeborn™ Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ashwood Runeborn™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-Forged Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 18 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxe Head Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.25 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxe Head Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carbon Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel Hardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 54–58 HRC (Supplier-Stated)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead Detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Engraved\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique Patina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ash Wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Binding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pure Cowhide Leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Razor Sharpened\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheath:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Premium Leather Sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% Hand Forged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Arham Cutlery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon Steel Viking Axe Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon steel requires simple routine maintenance, particularly when combined with natural wood and leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWipe the axe head clean after handling or use and dry the steel thoroughly whenever it becomes wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore extended storage, apply a light coating of suitable protective oil to the carbon steel surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the ash wood shaft away from prolonged moisture, extreme heat, and harsh cleaning chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe leather sheath should also remain clean and dry. Avoid leaving damp carbon steel enclosed inside leather for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen the cutting edge eventually requires maintenance, our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/blogs\/news\/the-difference-between-honing-and-sharpening\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuide to Honing vs Sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e explains the difference between maintaining an existing edge and sharpening a worn cutting edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat steel is used for the Ashwood Runeborn™ Viking Axe?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe axe head is made from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehand-forged carbon steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a manufacturer-stated hardness of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e54–58 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The exact carbon-steel alloy is not specified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the design on the axe head engraved?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The manufacturer specifically identifies this model as having an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eengraved axe head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combined with an antique patina finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat size is the Ashwood Runeborn™ Viking Axe?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe axe measures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18 inches overall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.25-inch-long and 5-inch-wide axe head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore More Arham Cutlery Viking Axes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArham Cutlery offers Viking-inspired axes in different sizes, head profiles, finishes, and natural handle materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare the Ashwood Runeborn™ with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/the-rollo-hand-forged-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Rollo Hand Forged Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which combines a forged high-carbon-steel head with English ash and traditional leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a larger ash-handled alternative, explore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/the-hunter-hand-forged-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hunter Hand Forged Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring a broad bearded head, forge-patina finish, English ash, and leather detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arham Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46261252587699,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0433\/9351\/5681\/files\/tiger-red-grip-viking-axe-front-arham-cutlery.webp?v=1792644016","url":"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/es\/products\/ashwood-runeborn-engraved-hand-forged-viking-axe","provider":"Arham Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}