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Hand-Forged Viking Hatchet “Vill Gustus” with Leather Cover

Hand-Forged Viking Hatchet “Vill Gustus” with Leather Cover

Regular price $247.99 USD
Regular price Sale price $247.99 USD
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Vill Gustus is a one-of-a-kind Viking hatchet hand-forged from 1060G high carbon steel on an oak handle, 47 cm (19.6 in) long with a 1 kg head and a leather cover included. No CNC, waterjet or pre-cut blanks are used.
Engrave Your Text in Viking style — With Engraving
Wooden Runic Box — Without Box
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Specifications

Axe head1060G high carbon steel, 1 kg
HandleOak wood
Total length47 cm / 19.6 in
IncludedLeather cover (runic box and engraving optional)
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Description

“Vill Gustus” is a one-of-a-kind Viking hatchet hand-forged from 1060G high carbon steel on an oak handle, with a leather cover included. Every step is done by hand — no CNC, waterjet or pre-cut blanks — so no two axes are exactly alike.

Details

  • Axe head material: 1060G high carbon steel
  • Axe head weight: 1 kg
  • Handle material: oak wood
  • Total length: 47 cm (19.6″)
  • Leather cover: included
  • Runic wooden box: optional
  • Engraving in Viking style: optional
  • Fully handmade — no CNC, waterjet or pre-cut blanks used

Whether it stands on your mantlepiece or joins your arsenal for the day Jörmungandr gets restless, a hand-forged hatchet is the classic entry point into Norse steel. See the rest of our Viking armory collection, or learn how bearded axes and broadaxes differ in our guide to Viking axe types.

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

What is this Viking hatchet made of?
The head is forged from 1060G high carbon steel and weighs 1 kg; the handle is oak wood. A leather cover for the head is included.
How big is the Vill Gustus hatchet?
The total length is 47 cm (19.6 inches), with a 1 kg axe head — a compact one-handed hatchet.
Is this axe really hand-forged?
Yes. Every step is done by hand — no CNC machining, waterjet cutting or pre-cut blanks are used — which makes each piece one of a kind.
Can I get the axe engraved or with a wooden box?
Yes. You can add custom text engraved in Viking style and an optional runic wooden box when ordering.
Does this axe ship worldwide?
Yes — we ship worldwide with tracked shipping, and orders over $129 ship free automatically at checkout. Unused items in original packaging can be returned within 30 days.