The Short Viking Axe (XH-2044N) was useful both on the farm and in battle. It excelled as a close quarters weapon, while still being light enough to throw when necessary. 25 1/4 inches and weighes 2lb 2oz

The head design of the Short-Bearded Axe (XH2043N) provided a concentration of power behind a relatively short cutting edge, ideal for punching through any armour of the Viking period in close combat. 25 1/4 inches and weighes 2lb 6oz

The Viking Short Bladed Spear is typical of those of Celtic origin imported into Scandinavia . The short blade, inherently stiffer and more resistant to bending or breaking, was capable of piercing any body armour of the period. The Viking Thrusting Spear was more commonly used than the sword, being much less expensive to produce. The wings or lugs, of Frankish origin, both limited the penetration of the weapon and provided an effective parrying guard. This decorated forged spearhead demonstrates the Viking’s creative mix of art and war, whereby weapons often carried intricate patterns, created using the “Niello” process. This involved using an alloy of several metals (notably silver) mixed with sulphur, which was rubbed into an incised pattern and then fired. Where the alloy is rubbed into the engraving it remains black, while the rest of the surface is polished to a bright finish. Our decorating process uses a little more technology but still provides a lustrous, permanent Niello-like effect. 9 1/2 inches weight 10oz

The Nordic warrior frequently carried several light throwing spears into combat. This style displays the narrow, sharply pointed head designed to pierce mail. Several spears might be carried in the shield hand in a charge. These were thrown as the distance closed, leaving the warrior free to use his sword or axe in hand-to-hand fighting. This decorated forged spearhead demonstrates the Viking’s creative mix of art and war, whereby weapons often carried intricate patterns, created using the “Niello” process. This involved using an alloy of several metals (notably silver) mixed with sulphur which was rubbed into an incised pattern and then fired. Where the alloy is rubbed into the engraving it remains black, while the rest of the surface is polished to a bright finish. Our decorating process uses a little more technology but still provides a lustrous, permanent Niello-like effect. A suitable shaft is best found, as with the originals, in the wild. 16 1/4 inches weight 12oz

The Viking Thrusting Spear was more commonly used than the sword, being much less expensive to produce. The wings or lugs, of Frankish origin, both limited the penetration of the weapon and provided an effective parrying guard. This decorated forged spearhead demonstrates the Viking’s creative mix of art and war, whereby weapons often carried intricate patterns, created using the “Niello” process. This involved using an alloy of several metals (notably silver) mixed with sulphur, which was rubbed into an incised pattern and then fired. Where the alloy is rubbed into the engraving it remains black, while the rest of the surface is polished to a bright finish. Our decorating process uses a little more technology but still provides a lustrous, permanent Niello-like effect. 16 inches weight 1lb 16oz

Cutting tools of the Vikings commonly doubled as weapons of war when these famed raiders sailed on pillaging forays. Their axes were certainly top of the list and came to symbolize the terror spread among their foes. Varying greatly in size, from small throwing axes to the mighty Danish Axe, these were the most commonly used weapons of these Nordic warriors. Our Bearded Axe (XH-1073) is typical pattern, capable of cleaving helms or armour with impunity. 30 1/2 inches weight 4lb 6oz

Cutting tools of the Vikings commonly doubled as weapons of war when these famed raiders sailed on pillaging forays. Their axes were certainly top of the list and came to symbolize the terror spread among their foes. Varying greatly in size, from small throwing axes to the mighty Danish Axe, these were the most commonly used weapons of these Nordic warriors. Our Viking Axe (XH-1072N) is a typical pattern, capable of cleaving helms or armour with impunity.

The Francisca (antiqued version), so named for its Frankish origins, was used by the Vikings used as a throwing weapon and for close-quarters combat. Its graceful lines are legendary but the upswept point and down turned edge were both capable of penetrating chain mail. Our Francisca features a forged head with a fire-grey finish and a swelled-end hardwood shaft for secure head retention.
17 inches weight 1lb 3oz

The Francisca (not antiqued), so named for its Frankish origins, was used by the Vikings both as a throwing weapon and for close-quarters combat. Its graceful lines are legendary but the upswept point and down turned edge were both capable of penetrating chain mail. Our Francisca features a forged head with a fire-grey finish and a swelled-end hardwood shaft for secure head retention.
17 inches weight 1lb 3oz