{"product_id":"ashwood-skald-engraved-hand-forged-viking-axe","title":"Ashwood Skald Engraved Hand-Forged Viking Axe – Carbon Steel \u0026 Ash Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshwood Skald™ Engraved Hand-Forged Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines an engraved carbon steel head with a natural ash wood shaft, antique patina, genuine cowhide leather detailing, and traditional Norse-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 Viking-style 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\u003eDecorative engraving across the forged head gives the Ashwood Skald™ its distinctive character, while the aged steel finish, natural ash grain, and leather detailing complete its handcrafted appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA premium leather sheath is included for protective coverage over the sharpened cutting 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 Skald™ 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\u003eThe 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 identifies the material as carbon steel but does not specify the exact alloy. For accuracy, this listing therefore does not claim 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\u003eDecorative \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eengraving on the forged axe head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the defining features of the Ashwood Skald™.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe engraved detailing works naturally with the antique patina, giving the steel a more distinctive handcrafted appearance than a plain-finished axe head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe darker forged finish also contrasts with the natural color and visible grain of the ash wood shaft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ashwood Skald™ is a modern handmade Viking-inspired design rather than a documented reproduction of a specific 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 carbon steel 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\u003eVisible grain and natural variation in the wood create a traditional contrast against the darker forged-steel head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause genuine wood is used, individual handles may show slight variations in color, grain pattern, and figuring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePure cowhide leather binding adds another natural material to the design while complementing the included leather sheath.\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 Skald™ offers a compact-to-medium Viking axe profile that differs considerably from Arham Cutlery's larger long-hafted designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers comparing ash-handled Viking axes can 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 approximately 56.5 cm profile combines a high-carbon-steel bearded head with an English ash haft and tan leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a much larger ash-handled alternative, compare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/the-mighty-one-black-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mighty One Black Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring a large blackened high-carbon-steel head, polished edge, English ash haft, and leather grips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Leather Sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ashwood Skald™ includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium leather sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed to cover the razor-sharpened cutting edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural leather complements the ash wood shaft and leather binding while providing protective edge coverage during handling, transportation, and storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore fitting the sheath, make sure the carbon steel head is completely clean and dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid long-term storage while the steel or leather is damp because trapped moisture can encourage surface oxidation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshwood Skald™ Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ashwood Skald™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Engraved 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\u003eHilt 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 \u0026amp; Ash Wood Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper maintenance helps preserve the forged carbon steel head, natural ash shaft, and leather components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWipe the steel clean after handling or use and completely dry the axe whenever it becomes wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore extended storage, apply a thin coating of suitable protective oil to the carbon steel surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the natural ash wood away from prolonged moisture, extreme heat, and harsh cleaning chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not leave damp carbon steel enclosed inside the leather sheath for long periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen the cutting edge eventually requires maintenance, read our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/blogs\/news\/the-difference-between-honing-and-sharpening\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifference Between Honing and Sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e guide for an explanation of edge maintenance and sharpening.\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 Skald™ Viking Axe?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ashwood Skald™ uses a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehand-forged carbon steel head\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 Ashwood Skald™ axe head engraved?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Decorative \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eengraving is applied to the carbon steel axe head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which is paired with an antique patina finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow large is the Ashwood Skald™ 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 forged 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\u003eCompare the Ashwood Skald™ 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, a longer ash-handled model featuring a bearded high-carbon-steel head and leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor an even larger alternative, explore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/the-mighty-one-black-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mighty One Black Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which combines a blackened forged high-carbon-steel head with a polished edge, English ash haft, and leather grips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arham Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46261264908467,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0433\/9351\/5681\/files\/striped-handle-valknut-viking-axe-front-arham-cutlery.webp?v=1792644434","url":"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/ashwood-skald-engraved-hand-forged-viking-axe","provider":"Arham Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}