{"product_id":"valhalla-bearded-axe-18-in-etched-carbon-steel","title":"Valhalla Bearded Axe – 18 in Etched Carbon Steel Axe with Sheath","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Valhalla Bearded Axe is a handmade one-handed axe, approx. 18 in (45.7 cm) overall, with a high-carbon steel head hardened to 58–60 HRC and acid-etched with interlaced knotwork.\u003c\/strong\u003e The handle is ash wood, and a hand-stitched leather sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approx. 18 in (45.7 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead length: approx. 5 in (12.7 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting edge: approx. 4.5 in (11.4 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead: high-carbon steel (1095 and 15N20 blend), acid-etched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 58–60 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: ash wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: hand-stitched leather sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA compact bearded axe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head has the long lower edge of a bearded axe, and its whole face is acid-etched so that broad interlaced ribbons stand pale against a darker ground. The curved ash handle swells towards the end for a secure one-handed grip. The edge ships sharpened. Compare it with the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/viking-axes\"\u003eViking axes\u003c\/a\u003e, or see 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\u003eHigh-carbon steel is not stainless. Clean the head with mild soap and water, dry it thoroughly, and apply a light coat of oil after use. Store the axe outside its leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach axe is made by hand, so the etching and the wood grain 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 the Valhalla Bearded Axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is approx. 18 in (45.7 cm) long overall, with a head of approx. 5 in (12.7 cm) and a cutting edge of approx. 4.5 in (11.4 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the axe made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is high-carbon steel, a 1095 and 15N20 blend hardened to 58–60 HRC and acid-etched. The handle is ash wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the axe come with a sheath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A hand-stitched leather sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I care for the axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean it with mild soap and water, dry it thoroughly and apply a light coat of oil after use. Store it outside the leather sheath, because high-carbon steel is not stainless.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VikingsBrand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43030996549717,"sku":"valhalla-bearded-axe-18","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/2234\/files\/valhalla-bearded-axe-etched-carbon-steel-with-sheath.png?v=1790021154","url":"https:\/\/vikingsbrand.co\/products\/valhalla-bearded-axe-18-in-etched-carbon-steel","provider":"VikingsBrand™","version":"1.0","type":"link"}