{"product_id":"ashwood-silvercrest-hand-forged-viking-axe","title":"Ashwood Silvercrest™ Hand-Forged Viking Axe – Mirror-Polished Carbon Steel \u0026 Ash Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshwood Silvercrest™ Hand-Forged Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines traditional Viking-inspired proportions with a hand-forged carbon steel head, natural ash wood handle, cowhide leather binding, and a distinctive mirror-polished 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 axe features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6-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 polished steel creates a noticeably different appearance from darker patina-finished axes, while natural ash wood and genuine leather retain the traditional character of the design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA premium cowhide leather sheath is included for protective edge coverage during handling and transportation.\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 Silvercrest™ features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efully hand-forged carbon steel axe head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to the supplier, the steel is hardened to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e54–58 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while the cutting edge is supplied razor sharpened.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe axe head measures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 inches long and 5 inches wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating a broad profile that complements its 18-inch ash wood shaft.\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 a specific carbon-steel alloy, so this listing does not claim 1095, 5160, 80CrV2, or another particular grade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMirror-Polished Axe Head \u0026amp; Edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the defining characteristics of the Ashwood Silvercrest™ is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emirror-polished axe head and cutting edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe polished finish gives the forged carbon steel a brighter appearance than heavily darkened or rustic-finished axe heads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt creates a strong visual contrast against the natural ash wood shaft and brown cowhide leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause polished carbon steel can still oxidize, the surface should be kept clean, dry, and lightly protected during extended storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Ash Wood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eash wood handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides a traditional natural material that complements the forged steel head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause genuine wood is used, grain pattern, coloration, and texture can vary slightly between individual pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCowhide leather binding adds another traditional detail while creating visual contrast along the wooden shaft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers interested in comparing different natural handle materials can read our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/blogs\/news\/rasp-file-knife-handle-materials\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuide to Wood, Bone, Antler, Resin \u0026amp; Micarta Handle Materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18-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 Silvercrest™ has a compact-to-medium Viking-inspired axe profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6-inch head and 5-inch width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e give the forged steel substantial visual presence without requiring the considerably longer haft found on full-size axes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor customers interested in a compact handmade forged tool using a different natural wood, compare the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/ironburl-heritage-o1-steel-hatchet\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIronburl Heritage™ O1 Steel Hatchet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which combines hand-forged O1 high-carbon tool steel with premium desert ironwood burl.\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 Silvercrest™ includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium cowhide leather sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for protective edge coverage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sheath complements the ash wood and leather-bound handle while helping cover the razor-sharpened cutting edge during storage and transportation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways clean and completely dry the carbon steel head before placing it inside the sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid long-term storage while the steel or leather is damp, as retained moisture can contribute to corrosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshwood Silvercrest™ Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ashwood Silvercrest™\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 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 Mirror Polished \/ Antique Styling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mirror Polished\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 \u0026amp; Ash Wood Care Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon steel and natural wood require basic maintenance to preserve their appearance during storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWipe the mirror-polished 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 completely whenever it becomes wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a thin 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 ash wood handle away from prolonged moisture and harsh chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not store the axe while wet inside its leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspect the cutting edge, head, handle, and leather binding periodically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural wood handles should also be protected from soaking, extreme heat, and harsh cleaners. Our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/blogs\/news\/rasp-file-knife-handle-materials\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuide to Handmade Handle Materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e explains the characteristics and basic care of natural wood and other traditional handle materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Ashwood Silvercrest™ Viking Axe made from Damascus steel?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. This model uses a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehand-forged carbon steel head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The supplier does not specify the exact carbon-steel grade.\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 Ashwood Silvercrest™ 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-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 Silvercrest™ include a leather 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 for protective coverage over the razor-sharpened cutting edge.\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 tools available from Arham Cutlery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a compact design using a premium natural wood handle, compare the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/ironburl-heritage-o1-steel-hatchet\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIronburl Heritage™ O1 Steel Hatchet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring hand-forged O1 high-carbon tool steel, desert ironwood burl, traditional hammermarks, and a custom leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arham Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46239916196019,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0433\/9351\/5681\/files\/polished-viking-axe-burnt-wood-front-view-arham-cutlery.webp?v=1792296080","url":"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/ashwood-silvercrest-hand-forged-viking-axe","provider":"Arham Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}