{"product_id":"rosewood-blackraven-hand-forged-viking-axe","title":"Rosewood Blackraven™ Hand-Forged Viking Axe – Black Carbon Steel \u0026 Rosewood Shaft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosewood Blackraven™ Hand-Forged Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines a bold black carbon steel axe head with a long natural rosewood shaft, genuine cowhide leather wrapping, and traditional Viking-inspired styling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 inches overall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this handmade axe features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5-inch-long head with a 6.5-inch width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating a broad profile that stands apart from smaller Viking-style hatchets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blackened forged head is paired with a dull-polished, razor-sharpened edge, while the rosewood shaft and leather detailing provide a warm natural contrast.\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 Rosewood Blackraven™ 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 head measures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5 inches in length and 6.5 inches in width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating a broad Viking-inspired silhouette.\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 exact carbon-steel alloy, so this listing does not claim that the axe uses 1095, 5160, 80CrV2, or another specific steel grade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Axe Head with Dull-Polished Edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the defining visual characteristics of the Rosewood Blackraven™ is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblack axe head combined with a dull-polished cutting edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe darker head creates a strong contrast against both the sharpened edge and natural rosewood shaft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis finish gives the axe a distinctive handmade appearance while retaining the visible character associated with traditionally forged steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Rosewood Blackraven™ is a modern Viking-inspired handmade axe rather than a documented reproduction of a particular historical artifact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Rosewood Shaft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erosewood shaft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides another defining element of this axe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural rosewood offers rich coloration and visible grain, contrasting with the black forged-steel head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause genuine wood is a natural material, individual handles can show slight variations in grain, shade, and figuring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePure cowhide leather wrapping adds a traditional material to the shaft while complementing the included leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the rosewood 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\u003e24-Inch Viking Axe Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 inches overall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Rosewood Blackraven™ has a substantially longer profile than compact handmade hatchets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe broad 6.5-inch head combined with the long rosewood shaft creates balanced traditional proportions and a distinctive display presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor customers interested in a much smaller carbon-steel design, compare our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/small-forged-carbon-steel-axe-with-burn-ash-wood-shaft-viking-axe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall Forged Carbon Steel Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring an 11-inch burn-ash handle, compact forged head, and included leather sheath.\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 Rosewood Blackraven™ includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium cowhide leather sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for covering the sharpened edge during storage and transportation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural leather complements the rosewood shaft and leather wrapping while providing protective coverage over the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways make sure the carbon steel head is clean and completely dry before fitting the sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor extended storage, avoid leaving damp carbon steel enclosed in leather because retained moisture can contribute to surface corrosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosewood Blackraven™ Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rosewood Blackraven™\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 24 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxe Head Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxe Head Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.5 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\u003eAxe Head Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dull Polished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Wrapping:\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 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; Rosewood Care Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon steel and natural rosewood both benefit from regular maintenance.\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 immediately 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 rosewood shaft away from prolonged moisture and harsh chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNever store the axe while damp inside its leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriodically inspect the head, cutting edge, leather wrapping, and wooden shaft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more detailed maintenance advice, read 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 to understand the difference between maintaining an edge and restoring a worn cutting edge.\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 Rosewood Blackraven™ 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 identify the exact carbon-steel grade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow large is the Rosewood Blackraven™ Viking Axe?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe axe measures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 inches overall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5-inch head length and 6.5-inch head width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the Rosewood Blackraven™ 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 to cover the razor-sharpened 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\u003eFor a compact traditional design, compare 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, featuring a burn-ash shaft and forged carbon steel head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor customers comparing known steel specifications, explore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/handmade-forged-viking-axe-1095-high-carbon-steel-bushcraft-hatchet-with-leather-sheath-arham-cutlery\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade Forged 1095 High Carbon Steel Viking Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which uses specifically identified 1095 high-carbon steel and includes a premium leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arham Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46239916622003,"sku":null,"price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0433\/9351\/5681\/files\/handmade-viking-axe-light-leather-full-view-arham-cutlery.webp?v=1792296270","url":"https:\/\/arhamcutlery.com\/products\/rosewood-blackraven-hand-forged-viking-axe","provider":"Arham Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}