{"title":"Engraved Viking Axes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngraved Viking axes, hand-forged and finished by hand:\u003c\/strong\u003e runic rows hammered into the head, Fenrir and Vegvísir engravings, Valknut patterns and hand-carved handles. Every engraved axe here is a hand-forged piece — most in high-carbon steel with a hardwood haft, many with a leather sheath or cover — made as a decorated counterpart to our plain working axes. Curious what the runes on an axe head say? Try our free \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/rune-translator\"\u003erune translator\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse the full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/viking-axes\"\u003ehand-forged Viking axes\u003c\/a\u003e for every head shape and use.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hand-forged-viking-othala-carved-axe-with-runic-head","title":"Hand-Forged \u0026 Carved Viking Axe \"Othala\" with Runic Head \u0026 Wrapped Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Othala\" is a hand-forged, hand-carved Viking axe with a fully runic head and a wrapped beechwood handle, an ornate Norse display and collector's piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every step, from forging the head to etching the runes, is done by hand: no CNC, waterjet or pre-cut blanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOthala Viking axe: build \u0026amp; materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead:\u003c\/strong\u003e forged high-carbon steel, then etched, engraved, oxidised and carved by hand, covered in runes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e beechwood, wrapped for grip and contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160 × 205 mm (6.29\" × 8.07\"); \u003cstrong\u003ehandle length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 620 mm (24.4\"); \u003cstrong\u003eweight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 kg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional custom engraving.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe meaning of the Othala rune\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe axe is named after \u003cem\u003eOthala\u003c\/em\u003e (ᛟ), the Elder Futhark rune of heritage, ancestral land and inherited legacy. That theme of birthright and belonging is exactly what makes the Othala worth putting on a wall rather than in a drawer. See the meaning of more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vikingsbrand.co\/blogs\/norse-news\/norse-mythology-symbols-and-meanings\"\u003eNorse symbols\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vikingsbrand.co\/collections\/viking-axes\"\u003eViking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Othala axe functional or for display?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Othala is a display and collector's piece rather than a hard-use working axe. It is forged from high-carbon steel, but built around its detailed runework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Othala rune?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOthala (ᛟ) is an Elder Futhark rune meaning heritage, ancestral property and inherited legacy, a symbol of home, family and belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Othala axe made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is hand-forged high-carbon steel with all the runework done by hand; the handle is beechwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big and heavy is the Othala axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade measures 160 × 205 mm (6.29\" × 8.07\"), the handle is 620 mm (24.4\") long, and it weighs about 1.4 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Othala axe made by hand?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, every step, from forging the head to etching the runes, is done by hand. 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It arrives with a fitted leather cover, and the runes and detailing are all cut by hand, which is what makes each Bjørn a little different from the next. Browse the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vikingsbrand.co\/collections\/viking-axes\"\u003eViking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Bjørn axe made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bjørn is hand-forged from high-carbon steel and finished with hand-cut runes; its handle is turned from beechwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big and heavy is the Bjørn axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a 160 × 205 mm (6.29\" × 8.07\") head on a 620 mm (24.4\") beechwood handle, and weighs about 1.4 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Bjørn axe come with a cover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a leather cover is included. 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This one is hand-forged from carbon steel and fully functional, so it can chop and split as well as hang on a wall, which is why it's our best-value pick, one of the choices in our guide to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vikingsbrand.co\/blogs\/norse-news\/best-viking-axes\"\u003ebest Viking axes\u003c\/a\u003e, and a favourite for a first Viking axe. 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Explore more hand-forged blades in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/viking-armory\"\u003eViking armory collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or learn the difference between bearded, broad, and throwing axes in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/viking-axe-types\"\u003eguide to Viking axe types\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the axe head made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe head is forged from high carbon steel AISI 1065, hardened to roughly 48–54 HRC on the Rockwell scale, and comes ready for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow big and heavy is the axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt measures 20.27 inches (515 mm) overall and weighs 3.08 lb (1.4 kg), with a 4.92-inch (125 mm) cutting edge and a 6.69-inch (170 mm) head.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the axe be engraved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — custom engraving with your text or logo is available, with one size-limited placement included. For two or more spots, add extra engraving options; if an engraving is too large for the axe, it is placed on the optional wooden box instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho were the Ulfhednar and what does Fenrir symbolize?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Ulfhednar were Norse warriors said to fight wearing wolf pelts, closely related to the berserkers. Fenrir is the monstrous wolf of Norse mythology, bound by the gods and destined to break free at Ragnarök — a symbol of raw power and freedom from all bounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the axe ship worldwide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it ships worldwide with tracked delivery and a leather sheath included, and shipping is free on orders over $129 (applied automatically at checkout). Unused items in original packaging can be returned within 30 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ancientsmithy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41739425841237,"sku":"axe-fenrir-1","price":310.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/2234\/files\/viking-axe-handmade-ulfhednar-warriorsancientsmithyancientsmithy-5646438_c5d6b29e-f3be-4bb0-872f-6e168ad8d18a.jpg?v=1759671268"},{"product_id":"viking-long-axe-ragnar-lodbrok-with-carved-handle-and-leather-wrap-vikingsbrand","title":"Ragnar Lodbrok Viking Long Axe – Hand-Forged Two-Handed Axe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Ragnar Lodbrok\" is a fully functional, hand-forged Viking long axe in W108 high-carbon steel, a two-handed axe with a broad 180 mm edge, hardened to 54–58 HRC, named for the legendary Norse hero.\u003c\/strong\u003e Etched, carved and finished by hand, it's built to be swung as well as displayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRagnar Lodbrok long axe: build \u0026amp; materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead:\u003c\/strong\u003e forged W108 high-carbon steel, hardened to 54–58 HRC, then etched, oxidised, carved and engraved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e ash wood with a gentle leather wrap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.08\" (180 mm); \u003cstrong\u003eoverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28.14\" (715 mm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.52 lb (1.6 kg).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeather sheath included\u003c\/strong\u003e; wooden box and engraving optional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNamed for Ragnar Lodbrok\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRagnar Lodbrok is the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vikingsbrand.co\/blogs\/norse-news\/was-ragnar-lothbrok-real\"\u003elegendary Viking hero\u003c\/a\u003e whose raids and saga echo through the Norse tradition and the \u003cem\u003eVikings\u003c\/em\u003e series. This is our full two-handed long axe, not the one-handed Skeggøx Ragnar, and one of our largest, finished by hand through etching, oxidising, carving and engraving. Compare it with the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vikingsbrand.co\/collections\/viking-axes\"\u003eViking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Ragnar Lodbrok axe functional?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is hand-forged and hardened to 54–58 HRC, a working two-handed long axe for reenactment as well as display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat steel is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is W108 high-carbon steel, forged and hardened to 54–58 HRC, then etched, oxidised, carved and engraved; the handle is ash wood with a leather wrap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big and heavy is the Ragnar Lodbrok axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is 28.14\" (715 mm) long and weighs 3.52 lb (1.6 kg), with a broad 7.08\" (180 mm) cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho was Ragnar Lodbrok?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRagnar Lodbrok (or Lothbrok) is a legendary Viking hero of the Norse sagas, famous for his raids and later popularised by the \u003cem\u003eVikings\u003c\/em\u003e TV series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it come with a sheath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a leather sheath is included. 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The included leather sheath protects the edge for carry and storage, so it works for reenactment and outdoor use as much as the wall. Browse the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vikingsbrand.co\/collections\/viking-axes\"\u003eViking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Svart Barbar axe functional?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is forged from high-carbon AISI 1065 steel and hardened to ~48–54 HRC, so it holds an edge for cutting and suits reenactment and outdoor use as well as display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat steel is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is high-carbon steel (AISI 1065), hardened to about 48–54 HRC, and the handle is carved ash wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big and heavy is the Svart Barbar axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is 18.9\" (480 mm) long and weighs 2 lb (1.3 kg), with a 6.69\" (170 mm) head and a 5.12\" (130 mm) cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does \"Svart Barbar\" mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt means \"black barbarian\", \u003cem\u003esvart\u003c\/em\u003e is the Old Norse and Scandinavian word for \"black.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it come with a sheath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a leather sheath is included. A wooden box and custom engraving are available as options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ancientsmithy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41739703156821,"sku":"axe-as-32","price":219.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/2234\/files\/hand-forged-viking-axe-svart-barbar-with-carved-handleancientsmithyancientsmithy-550244.jpg?v=1759676011"},{"product_id":"hand-forged-hardened-bearded-viking-axe-fenrisulfr-with-carved-handle","title":"Hand-Forged Hardened Bearded Viking Axe “Fenrisulfr” with Carved Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Fenrisulfr\" is a hand-forged, hardened bearded Viking axe in high-carbon AISI 1065 steel, with a hand-carved ash handle, named for Fenrir, the great wolf of Norse myth.\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged and hardened to be used, this is a working bearded axe (not an engraved display piece) that suits reenactment and bushcraft as well as the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFenrisulfr bearded axe: build \u0026amp; materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead:\u003c\/strong\u003e forged high-carbon steel (AISI 1065), hardened, a bearded (Skeggøx) profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand-carved ash wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17.71\" (450 mm); \u003cstrong\u003eweight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.75 lb (1.25 kg).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeather cover included\u003c\/strong\u003e; runic wooden box and engraving optional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNamed for Fenrir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fenrisulfr honours \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vikingsbrand.co\/blogs\/norse-news\/fenrir-meaning\"\u003eFenrir, the great wolf\u003c\/a\u003e (Old Norse \u003cem\u003eFenrisúlfr\u003c\/em\u003e, \"Fenrir's wolf\"), bound by the gods and destined to break free at Ragnarök. 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Compare it with the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vikingsbrand.co\/collections\/viking-axes\"\u003eViking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Fenrisulfr axe functional?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is hand-forged from high-carbon AISI 1065 steel and hardened, so it is a working bearded axe suitable for reenactment and bushcraft as well as display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat steel is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is high-carbon steel (AISI 1065), hardened, and the handle is hand-carved ash wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big is the Fenrisulfr axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has an overall length of 17.71\" (450 mm) and weighs 2.75 lb (1.25 kg), a one-handed bearded axe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a bearded axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bearded axe (Skeggøx) has its lower edge drawn down into a \"beard,\" giving a longer cutting edge on a light head, the classic Viking profile. 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