{"product_id":"ashwood-valknut-engraved-hand-forged-viking-axe","title":"Ashwood Valknut Engraved Hand-Forged Viking Axe – Carbon Steel \u0026 Ash Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshwood Valknut™ 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 binding, and traditional Viking-inspired character.\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 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 and a razor-sharpened cutting edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts engraved forged-steel head is the centerpiece of the design, while the antique finish, natural ash grain, and leather detailing give the axe a distinctive handcrafted appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA premium cowhide leather sheath with belt loop is included for protective edge coverage and convenient transport.\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 Valknut™ 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 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 is hardened to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e54–58 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and 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 provide the exact alloy. This listing therefore does not claim that the head is made from 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 across the axe head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives the Ashwood Valknut™ its individual character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe engraving works naturally with the antique patina, creating a more detailed appearance than a plain forged-steel head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe darker aged finish also provides an attractive contrast against the lighter natural ash wood shaft and brown leather details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ashwood Valknut™ is a modern handmade Viking-inspired design rather than a documented reproduction of a particular 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 mounted on 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\u003eAsh provides visible natural grain and a traditional appearance that pairs naturally with forged steel and leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause genuine wood is used, individual handles can show slight variations in color, grain pattern, and figuring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePure cowhide leather binding around the hilt adds another natural material while complementing the included leather sheath.\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 Valknut™ offers a compact-to-medium Viking axe profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.25-inch × 5-inch forged head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides substantial steel proportions without requiring the much longer haft found on full-size Viking-inspired axes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor customers comparing another compact ash-handled design, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/small-forged-carbon-steel-axe-with-burn-ash-wood-shaft-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall Forged Carbon Steel Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its live Arham listing features a forged carbon-steel head, burn-ash handle, and included leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a dramatically different ash-handled design, compare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/the-black-double-bit-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Double Bit Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which combines a forged-blackened two-sided high-carbon-steel head with charred and waxed ash.\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 Valknut™ includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium cowhide leather sheath with belt loop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sheath provides protective coverage over the razor-sharpened edge while complementing the natural wood and leather details of the axe.\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\u003eLeather can retain moisture, so avoid storing damp carbon steel inside the sheath for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshwood Valknut™ Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ashwood Valknut™\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 Cowhide Leather with Belt Loop\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 carbon steel head, natural ash wood, and leather components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the carbon steel clean and dry after handling or use. If the axe becomes wet, dry the head thoroughly before storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA light coating of suitable protective oil can help protect carbon steel during extended storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the ash wood shaft away from prolonged moisture, extreme heat, and harsh cleaning products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost importantly, avoid storing the axe while damp inside its leather sheath because leather can retain moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor detailed storage guidance, read our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-store-your-knife-to-prevent-rust\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Store Your Knife to Prevent Rust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e guide. The same core principles of keeping carbon steel clean, dry, lightly protected, and away from damp leather are useful for maintaining a carbon-steel axe.\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 Valknut™ axe head engraved?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The manufacturer specifically lists an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eengraved axe head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combined with an antique patina finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat type of steel is used for the Ashwood Valknut™?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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 exact carbon-steel alloy is not specified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes this Viking axe include a leather sheath?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The Ashwood Valknut™ includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium cowhide leather sheath with a belt loop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for protective edge coverage and transport.\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\u003eArham Cutlery offers handmade Viking-inspired axes with different head profiles, shaft lengths, finishes, and natural wood handles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a smaller ash-handled option, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/small-forged-carbon-steel-axe-with-burn-ash-wood-shaft-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall Forged Carbon Steel Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a completely different forged head configuration, compare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/the-black-double-bit-viking-axe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Double Bit Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring a double-bit high-carbon-steel head with an English ash haft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arham Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46261256028339,"sku":null,"price":174.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0433\/9351\/5681\/files\/burned-wood-valknut-viking-axe-front-arham-cutlery.webp?v=1792644202","url":"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/ashwood-valknut-engraved-hand-forged-viking-axe","provider":"Arham Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}