Walnutcrest Shortseax™ Short Seax – Carbon Steel & Walnut Handle

The Walnutcrest Shortseax™ Short Seax brings the distinctive historical seax profile into a more compact 12.2-inch design. Its hand-forged 1040 carbon steel blade features a straight-back profile paired with a natural walnut wood handle and a handmade leather scabbard.

Details

Measuring approximately 12.2 inches overall, the Walnutcrest Shortseax™ is considerably more compact than many long seax designs while retaining the recognizable historically inspired profile.

Its 7.8-inch carbon steel blade is complemented by a natural wood handle and traditional styling.

Each seax is handmade, so small variations in wood grain, coloration, and individual finish should be expected.

1040 Carbon Steel Blade

The blade is hand-forged from 1040 carbon steel and hardened to approximately 58–60 HRC.

Blade Length: 7.8 inches / 20 cm
Blade Width: 1.4 inches / 3.5 cm
Blade Material: 1040 Carbon Steel
Hardness: 58–60 HRC
Blade Profile: Straight Back Seax
Edge: Sharpened

The straight-back profile and curved cutting edge give this compact seax its distinctive historically inspired appearance.

Walnut Wood Handle

The handle is made from natural walnut wood, providing warm coloration and individual grain patterns that complement the carbon steel blade.

Handle Material: Walnut Wood

Because walnut is a natural material, each handle may show slight differences in grain, tone, and markings.

Compact Short Seax Design

One of the defining characteristics of the Walnutcrest Shortseax™ is its compact size.

With a 7.8-inch blade and approximately 12.2-inch overall length, it provides the recognizable appearance of a traditional seax in a shorter format than the long seax designs in the collection.

Hand-Sewn Leather Scabbard

A handmade, hand-sewn leather scabbard is included.

Always ensure the carbon steel blade is clean and completely dry before placing it inside the leather scabbard for extended storage.

Care & Maintenance

1040 carbon steel requires regular care to help protect it against corrosion.

Clean and thoroughly dry the blade after handling or use. Apply a light coating of suitable knife-safe oil regularly, particularly after use and before longer storage periods.

Avoid storing the blade while damp or allowing moisture to remain trapped inside the leather scabbard.

Specifications

Model: Walnutcrest Shortseax™
Product Type: Short Seax
Overall Length: 12.2 inches / 31 cm
Blade Length: 7.8 inches / 20 cm
Blade Width: 1.4 inches / 3.5 cm
Blade Material: 1040 Carbon Steel
Blade Hardness: 58–60 HRC
Blade Profile: Straight Back Seax
Handle Material: Walnut Wood
Edge: Sharpened
Scabbard: Hand-Sewn Leather
Construction: Handmade

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Short Seax?

A Short Seax is a more compact version of the historical single-edged seax blade form. The Walnutcrest Shortseax™ measures approximately 12.2 inches overall with a 7.8-inch blade.

What steel is used for the Walnutcrest Shortseax™?

Its blade is hand-forged from 1040 carbon steel and has a listed hardness of approximately 58–60 HRC.

What blade profile does this Short Seax have?

The blade uses a straight-back seax profile with a curved cutting edge, giving it a distinctive historically inspired Scandinavian appearance.

What is the handle made from?

The listed product specifications identify the handle material as natural walnut wood. Natural variations in grain and coloration should be expected.

Does this Short Seax include a scabbard?

Yes. The Walnutcrest Shortseax™ includes a handmade, hand-sewn leather scabbard.