{"product_id":"walnutcrest-shortseax-short-seax","title":"Walnutcrest Shortseax™ Short Seax – Carbon Steel \u0026 Walnut Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnutcrest Shortseax™ Short Seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines a compact 7.8-inch 1040 carbon steel blade with a natural walnut handle and hand-sewn leather scabbard. Its straight-back profile and approximately 12.2-inch overall length make it noticeably more compact than the extended proportions of a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elong seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by historical single-edged blade traditions of Northern Europe, the Walnutcrest Shortseax™ emphasizes straightforward materials and a clean, compact profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Walnutcrest Shortseax™ features a 7.8-inch \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esingle-edged blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e made from 1040 carbon steel and specified at approximately 58–60 HRC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts straight-back profile creates a comparatively continuous spine toward the point, while the natural walnut handle adds visible grain and warm tonal variation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe shorter proportions distinguish this design from a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elong seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making the difference between compact and extended seax forms immediately visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor another compact interpretation with additional brass fittings, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/kingwood-forgecrest-hand-forged-seax\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKingwood Forgecrest™ Hand Forged 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 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblade length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is approximately 7.8 inches, with a width of approximately 1.4 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esingle-edged blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is made from 1040 carbon steel and has a specified hardness of approximately 58–60 HRC. It comes with a sharpened edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts straight-back configuration gives the blade a distinctly different silhouette from angular broken-back designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnut Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural walnut gives the handle visible grain and individual character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause walnut is a natural material, color, grain pattern, and markings can vary slightly between individual pieces. These variations are expected and make each handle visually distinctive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe uncomplicated wood handle also complements the compact proportions of the Short Seax without excessive decorative elements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShort Seax vs Long Seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clearest difference between these two categories is proportion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShort Seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e uses a more compact blade and overall configuration, while a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elong seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e extends the blade considerably and creates a much larger overall profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Walnutcrest Shortseax™ has a 7.8-inch blade and approximately 12.2-inch overall length.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor comparison, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/ravenback-longcrest-viking-long-seax\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRavenback Longcrest™ Long Seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e uses an 18.3-inch blade and measures approximately 23 inches overall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Inspiration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeaxes appeared in various forms among Germanic peoples across \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorthern Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including examples associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMigration Period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and later historical periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurviving examples demonstrate considerable variation in size, blade geometry, and construction. There was no single universal seax design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor that reason, the Walnutcrest Shortseax™ is described as historically inspired rather than presented as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehistorically accurate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e reproduction of one specific archaeological find.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeather Scabbard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA hand-sewn leather scabbard is included with the Walnutcrest Shortseax™.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways make sure the carbon steel blade is clean and completely dry before placing it inside leather. Because leather can retain moisture, avoid storing a wet or damp blade inside the scabbard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor extended storage, inspect the blade periodically and apply a thin protective coating of suitable knife-safe oil when necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1040 carbon steel requires regular maintenance to help protect its surface from oxidation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter 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. Avoid prolonged exposure to damp conditions and never store the blade wet inside its leather scabbard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe walnut handle should also 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 Walnutcrest Shortseax™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Short Seax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 12.2 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 7.8 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 1.4 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 Straight 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\u003eScabbard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-Sewn 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 did a Saxon seax look like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical seaxes existed in numerous forms rather than one standardized design. Examples varied in blade length, width, profile, and handle construction, including both relatively compact and much longer forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is a Germanic seax?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Germanic seax refers broadly to the family of single-edged blades associated with Germanic peoples across different regions and historical periods. Their appearance and dimensions varied considerably.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does the word “seax” mean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeax is an Old English term associated with a type or family of single-edged blades. Modern collectors and makers use the term for historically inspired designs based on these traditional forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is a Norse seax?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorse seax is a modern descriptive term commonly used for seax designs associated with or inspired by Northern European and Viking Age examples. Historical seaxes varied considerably rather than following one universal pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes this Short Seax include a leather scabbard?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The Walnutcrest Shortseax™ includes a hand-sewn leather scabbard. 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