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Functional Double Bit Axe “Vargstal” – Hand-Forged Viking Axe

Functional Double Bit Axe “Vargstal” – Hand-Forged Viking Axe

$129.00 USD
$129.00 USD
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The Vargstal is a fully functional hand-forged Viking-styled double-bit axe with a cutting edge on both sides of its high-carbon AISI 1065 head, hardened to about 48–54 HRC. It is 650 mm long and 1.95 kg, built for chopping and splitting rather than display.
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Specifications

HeadForged AISI 1065 high-carbon steel, hardened to ~48–54 HRC: double-bit (a cutting edge on both sides)
HandleAsh wood with a leather wrap
Head length240 mm (9.45 in)
Cutting edge115 mm (4.52 in)
Overall length650 mm (25.59 in)
Weight1.95 kg (4.3 lb)
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Description

The "Vargstal" is a fully functional, hand-forged Viking-styled double-bit axe in high-carbon AISI 1065 steel, a heavy working axe with a cutting edge on both sides, built for chopping and splitting. Its name means "wolf steel," and it's made to be used, not just displayed.

Vargstal double-bit axe: build & materials

  • Head: forged high-carbon steel (AISI 1065), hardened to ~48–54 HRC, a double-bit (dual-edge) profile.
  • Handle: ash wood with a gentle leather wrap.
  • Head length: 9.44" (240 mm); cutting edge: 4.52" (115 mm).
  • Overall length: 25.59" (650 mm); weight: 4.3 lb (1.95 kg).
  • Fully functional, ready to use; wooden box and engraving optional.

A working double-bit axe

Unlike our ornate display axes, the Vargstal is built for real work: the double-bit head gives you two cutting edges, and its 1.95 kg mass drives powerful strikes for chopping, splitting and cutting wood. It works outdoors as a chopping tool and reads just as well on a Viking-styled wall. See the rest of our Viking axes.

What you're getting

Symbol meaning

The stave and its story, researched from the Eddas and the sagas, it ships on a card in the box, not a marketing myth.

Craftsmanship & materials

Solid stock only, 925 silver, bronze, stainless steel, oak and real horn. Hand-finished and inspected. No plated pot metal.

What's included

  • The piece itself
  • A protective pouch or sheath
  • A card explaining the symbol
  • Care & warranty card

Gift-ready packaging

Arrives ready to give with tracked worldwide delivery, a gift that carries meaning, not just a price tag.

QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

Is the Vargstal a functional working axe?
Yes, it is hand-forged from high-carbon AISI 1065 steel, hardened to ~48–54 HRC, and ready to use for chopping, splitting and cutting.
What is a double-bit axe?
A double-bit axe has a cutting edge on both sides of the head, which gives you two edges to work with and a balanced, powerful swing.
What steel is the Vargstal made of?
The head is high-carbon steel (AISI 1065), hardened to about 48–54 HRC, and the handle is ash wood with a leather wrap.
How big and heavy is the Vargstal axe?
It is 25.59" (650 mm) long and weighs 4.3 lb (1.95 kg), with a 9.44" (240 mm) head and a 4.52" (115 mm) cutting edge.
What does "Vargstal" mean?
The name nods to the Old Norse words for "wolf" (vargr) and "steel" (stál), loosely, "wolf steel."