{"product_id":"kratos-axe-hand-forged-carbon-steel-blue-rune-engraving","title":"Kratos Axe – Hand-Forged Carbon Steel, Blue Rune Engraving, 40 in","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Kratos Axe is a hand-forged carbon steel axe, 40 in (101.6 cm) overall, with a blue rune-style engraving on the blade and a wooden handle that ends in a carved animal head.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is modelled on the axe Kratos carries in God of War, and a leather sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 40 in (101.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 13 in (33 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting edge: 11 in (28 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead: hand-forged carbon steel, engraved and filled in blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 58–60 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: wood with a carved pommel and a black wrapped grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: leather sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInspired by God of War\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design follows the axe from the game: a broad bearded blade, a flared back blade, a riveted steel langet down the haft and a branching pattern of rune-style symbols picked out in blue. The symbols are decorative and follow the game design, so we do not sell them as a translated inscription. This is a fan tribute for collectors, cosplay and display, not an official licensed replica. See the rest of the range in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engraved-viking-axes\"\u003eEngraved Viking Axes\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare it with the picks in our guide to the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/norse-news\/best-viking-axes\"\u003ebest Viking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon steel is not stainless. Keep the head clean and dry, and treat it with a light coat of oil or wax after every use and before storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach axe is made by hand, so the engraving and the carving vary slightly from piece to piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big is this Kratos axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 40 in (101.6 cm) overall, with a 13 in (33 cm) blade and an 11 in (28 cm) cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the axe made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is hand-forged carbon steel hardened to 58–60 HRC, and the handle is wood with a carved pommel and a black wrapped grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the blue symbols on the blade mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are decorative rune-style symbols that follow the design of the axe in God of War. They are not a translated inscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this an official God of War product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is an unofficial fan tribute inspired by the axe Kratos carries in God of War, not a licensed replica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the axe come with a sheath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A leather sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VikingsBrand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43030971449429,"sku":"kratos-axe-blue-rune-40","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/2234\/files\/kratos-axe-blue-rune-engraved-carbon-steel.png?v=1790020124","url":"https:\/\/vikingsbrand.co\/products\/kratos-axe-hand-forged-carbon-steel-blue-rune-engraving","provider":"VikingsBrand™","version":"1.0","type":"link"}