{"product_id":"walnut-ravenlong-historical-seax","title":"Walnut Ravenlong™ Historical Seax – Carbon Steel \u0026 Walnut Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnut Ravenlong™ Historical Seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a long, historically inspired seax featuring an 18.3-inch 1040 carbon steel blade, broken-back profile, natural walnut handle, brass fittings, and a hand-stitched leather scabbard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt approximately 23 inches overall, its extended proportions create a distinctive interpretation of the long \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esingle-edged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e seax forms associated with Northern European history during the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Middle Ages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Walnut Ravenlong™ measures approximately 23 inches overall and features an 18.3-inch blade with a width of approximately 1.5 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esingle-edged blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is made from 1040 carbon steel and specified at approximately 58–60 HRC. The broken-back profile creates an angular transition along the spine toward the point, giving this Historical Seax a noticeably different silhouette from straight-back designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA natural walnut handle is complemented by brass caps, brass accents, and a double bolster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor another long broken-back design, compare it with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/ravenback-longcrest-viking-long-seax\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRavenback Longcrest™ Long Seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade measures approximately 18.3 inches long and 1.5 inches wide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is made from 1040 carbon steel and comes with a sharpened edge. Its long proportions and broken-back geometry create the characteristic profile that distinguishes this design from shorter and straighter seax forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe seax historically existed as both \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea tool and a blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in various forms, with archaeological examples differing considerably by period, region, dimensions, and construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroken-Back Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the defining visual characteristics of the Walnut Ravenlong™ is its broken-back blade profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than maintaining a continuous straight spine toward the point, the upper line changes direction near the forward section of the blade. This creates the angular silhouette commonly associated with broken-back seax designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo compare this profile with a straight-back example, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/gotland-bonecrest-gotland-seax\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGotland Bonecrest™ Gotland Seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Seax Inspiration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical seaxes appeared across Germanic and Northern European cultures in numerous sizes and configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExamples associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Middle Ages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e demonstrate that the seax was not one standardized design. Blade lengths, widths, profiles, handles, and fittings varied considerably across regions and periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Walnut Ravenlong™ is a modern historically inspired design rather than an exact reproduction of one particular archaeological artifact. This distinction is important when describing any \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehistoric seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e based on traditional forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnut Handle \u0026amp; Brass Fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural walnut gives the handle visible grain and warm coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrass caps and accents provide contrast, while the double bolster adds another traditional-looking detail to the handle assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause walnut is a natural material, individual pieces can vary slightly in grain pattern, shade, and markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeather Scabbard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehand-stitched leather scabbard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is included with the Walnut Ravenlong™.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe scabbard provides \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esafe storage and carrying\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when used appropriately. Before placing the blade inside, make sure it is clean and completely dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause leather can retain moisture, avoid leaving a damp blade inside the scabbard, particularly during extended storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon steel requires routine care to help prevent oxidation. After handling or use, clean the blade when necessary and dry it completely. Remove fingerprints and moisture before applying a thin coating of suitable knife-safe oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNever place a wet blade inside the leather scabbard. During longer storage periods, inspect the blade periodically and renew its protective coating when necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural walnut handle should be kept away from prolonged soaking, excessive heat, and harsh household cleaning chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Walnut Ravenlong™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Historical Seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 23 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 18.3 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 1.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Steel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1040 Carbon Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 58–60 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Broken Back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sharpened\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Walnut Wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFittings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brass Caps \u0026amp; Accents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolster:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double Bolster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScabbard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-Stitched Leather Scabbard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Historically Inspired Seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is a historical seax knife?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA historical seax refers to the family of single-edged blades associated with Germanic and Northern European peoples across different historical periods. Surviving examples vary significantly in blade length, profile, handle construction, and fittings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow do I pronounce seax?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Seax” is commonly pronounced approximately like the English word \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“sax.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat did a Saxon seax look like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere was no single universal Saxon seax design. Historical examples ranged from relatively compact blades to substantially longer forms and included variations in blade width, spine geometry, handles, and fittings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen did the seax stop being used?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeaxes changed considerably across different periods and regions, so there is no single date when every form disappeared. Their prevalence declined as other blade forms became more dominant during the medieval period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Walnut Ravenlong™ an exact archaeological reproduction?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. It is a historically inspired seax based on traditional design characteristics rather than an exact reproduction of one specific archaeological artifact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arham Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46159809839283,"sku":null,"price":239.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0433\/9351\/5681\/files\/long-seax-knife-leather-sheath-01-arham-cutlery.webp?v=1791153315","url":"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/es\/products\/walnut-ravenlong-historical-seax","provider":"Arham Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}