{"product_id":"ironhide-viking-long-seax-leather-grip","title":"Ironhide Viking Long Seax Knife – Carbon Steel \u0026 Leather Wrapped Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIronhide™ Viking Long Seax Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eIronhide™ Viking Long Seax Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e combines an imposing historical-inspired profile with a long carbon steel blade, twin fullers, full-tang construction, and a leather-wrapped wooden handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e24.8 inches overall\u003c\/strong\u003e, this substantial Viking-style Seax features an approximately \u003cstrong\u003e18.9-inch blade\u003c\/strong\u003e made from EN45 high-carbon spring steel. A thick spine, pointed profile, and twin fullers give the blade its distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade extends through the entire handle, with the full tang peened securely to the pommel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wooden grip is tightly wrapped in brown leather and framed by a thick oval guard and late Viking-style pommel. Both fittings are cast from steel and blued, creating a dark finish that complements the brown leather grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sturdy vegetable-tanned brown leather sheath is included, complete with a braided seam and twin belt loops for traditional Viking-style horizontal carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viking Long Seax\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 24.8 inches (63 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 18.9 inches (48 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHilt Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 5.9 inches (15 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 4.1 inches (10.5 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Blade Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 1.6 inches (4 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width at Guard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 1.34 inches (3.4 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 4.5 mm, tapering to approx. 3 mm toward point\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Edge Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 1 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e EN45 High-Carbon Spring Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twin Fullers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unsharpened\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTang:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Tang, Peened to Pommel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leather-Wrapped Wooden Grip\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blued Cast Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePommel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blued Cast Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown Vegetable-Tanned Leather\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheath Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Braided Seam\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twin Belt Loops \/ Horizontal Carry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viking \/ Norse \/ Early Medieval\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLarge Viking Long Seax\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong\u003e24.8 inches overall\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Ironhide™ is one of the largest Viking Seax designs in the Arham Cutlery collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts approximately 18.9-inch blade creates an imposing long-Seax profile suited to historical collections, Viking displays, costumes, and Norse-themed setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEN45 Carbon Steel Blade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is constructed from \u003cstrong\u003eEN45 high-carbon spring steel\u003c\/strong\u003e with a thick spine measuring approximately 4.5 mm before tapering toward the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo long fullers run along the blade, adding a distinctive visual feature to the otherwise straightforward historical-inspired design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe edge is supplied unsharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull-Tang Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade's tang extends completely through the handle and is peened to the pommel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional construction method visually complements the straightforward character of the long Seax design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLeather-Wrapped Wood Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central grip is made from wood and tightly wrapped in \u003cstrong\u003ebrown leather\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thick oval guard and late Viking-style pommel frame the grip. Both fittings are cast from steel and given a dark blued finish, creating a strong contrast with the brown leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHorizontal Carry Leather Sheath\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included sheath is constructed from sturdy brown vegetable-tanned leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA braided seam provides additional visual detail, while two belt loops allow the Seax to be suspended horizontally in a traditional Viking-inspired carry configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCarbon Steel Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEN45 high-carbon steel is not stainless and requires regular maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the blade clean and completely dry. Apply a thin coating of suitable blade oil periodically to help protect the steel against moisture, tarnishing, and surface corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to humidity and never store the blade wet inside its leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arham Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46067773898931,"sku":null,"price":269.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0433\/9351\/5681\/files\/ironhide-viking-long-seax-arham-cutlery_webp.webp?v=1789976332","url":"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/ironhide-viking-long-seax-leather-grip","provider":"Arham Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}