{"product_id":"ashwood-ravenmark-hand-forged-viking-axe","title":"Ashwood Ravenmark Hand-Forged Viking Axe – Engraved Carbon Steel \u0026 Ash Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshwood Ravenmark™ Hand-Forged Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines traditional Norse-inspired styling with a hand-forged carbon steel head, natural ash wood shaft, decorative engraving, cowhide leather wrapping, and an antique patina finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18 inches overall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this handmade Viking-style axe features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.25-inch-long head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5-inch head width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and razor-sharpened cutting edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of forged steel, engraved detailing, natural ash wood, and genuine leather creates a distinctive traditional appearance for collectors and enthusiasts of handmade Viking-inspired craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA premium cowhide leather sheath is included for protective edge coverage.\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 Ravenmark™ features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efully hand-forged carbon steel axe head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a traditional Viking-inspired profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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, creating substantial proportions while maintaining a manageable 18-inch overall length.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to the supplier, the carbon steel is hardened to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e54–58 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the Rockwell hardness scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cutting edge is supplied razor sharpened, while an antique patina gives the forged steel a darker handcrafted appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model uses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecarbon steel rather than Damascus steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The supplier does not identify the specific carbon-steel grade, so this listing does not claim 1095, 5160, 80CrV2, or another particular alloy.\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\u003eDecorative engraving is one of the defining visual features of the Ashwood Ravenmark™.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe engraved steel surface works together with the antique patina to create a distinctive heritage-inspired appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis axe is a modern handmade interpretation of Viking-inspired craftsmanship rather than a documented reproduction of a particular historical artifact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor another sharp-edged Viking-inspired design with an ash haft, 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.\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 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eash wood shaft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e creates a natural contrast against the darkened carbon steel head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural wood can vary slightly in grain pattern, coloration, and texture, giving individual axes their own character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCowhide leather wrapping adds another traditional material to the design and creates a visually defined section along the wooden shaft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the ash wood clean and dry and avoid prolonged exposure to standing water, extreme heat, or harsh cleaning chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact 18-Inch Viking Axe Design\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 Ravenmark™ provides a compact Viking-style axe profile compared with substantially longer traditional axe designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 6.25-inch head gives the axe a prominent visual presence while the shorter shaft keeps the overall proportions compact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers interested in a dramatically different Viking-inspired profile can also compare the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/vegvisir-double-bit-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegvisir Double Bit Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring a double-bit high-carbon-steel head, English ash shaft, and distinctive leather detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Cowhide Leather Sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ashwood Ravenmark™ includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium cowhide leather sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed to cover the sharpened edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe leather complements the natural ash shaft and traditional styling while providing protective coverage during storage and transportation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake sure the carbon steel head is completely clean and dry before fitting the leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid prolonged storage of damp carbon steel inside leather because trapped moisture can encourage surface corrosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshwood Ravenmark™ Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ashwood Ravenmark™\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 Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique Patina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Decorative Engraving\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 Wrapping:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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 Cowhide Leather Sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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 Axe Care Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon steel requires routine maintenance to help preserve its finish and reduce the risk of corrosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWipe the carbon steel head clean after handling or use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry the steel thoroughly whenever it becomes wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a light coating of suitable protective oil or wax before extended storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the natural ash wood shaft away from prolonged moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid storing damp steel inside the leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspect the cutting edge, axe head, and wooden shaft periodically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintaining the cutting edge correctly is also important. Learn the difference between edge maintenance methods in 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.\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 Ravenmark™ 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 supplier-stated hardness of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e54–58 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The supplier does not specify the exact carbon-steel alloy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the dimensions of this hand forged 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 head length and 5-inch head width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the Ashwood Ravenmark™ Viking Axe include a sheath?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium cowhide leather sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is included to cover the razor-sharpened cutting edge during storage and transportation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore More Arham Cutlery Axes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore more handmade forged axe designs available from Arham Cutlery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare \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 for another sharp-edged Viking-inspired design featuring a high-carbon-steel head, English ash haft, and leather wrapping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a different head configuration, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/vegvisir-double-bit-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegvisir Double Bit Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combining a double-bit high-carbon-steel head with English ash and leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arham Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46239915081907,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0433\/9351\/5681\/files\/norse-knot-viking-axe-reverse-view-arham-cutlery.webp?v=1792295667","url":"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/ashwood-ravenmark-hand-forged-viking-axe","provider":"Arham Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}