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The legendary double axe has long been associated with heroes and heroics, and the Hero’s Axe perpetuates the legend. Almost 30” overall with 10” polished edges, fearsome but with graceful lines and studded decoration, this axe is the ultimate combination of form and function. Leather edge covers for the tempered edges are provided for safe portability.	The Mammen Axe, one of the best-known and best-decorated examples of the small Viking throwing axe, is a perfect example of the Viking’s blend of art and war. Excavated from a famous 10th century barrow near Mammen Denmark, the original is decorated with silver inlaid engraving in a typical Celtic manner. Our recreation of this beautiful piece is a tribute to the creative as well as the martial side of this dynamic, influential culture.	The Danish Axe is undoubtedly a fine example of the use of peacetime agricultural tools as weapons in time of war. Equally at home felling trees or adversaries, the axe evokes a fearsome picture of the woodsman at war.
Overall: 30“ Blade Length: 8 3/4“ Handle Length: 26 1/2" Weight: 4lb	Overall: 17 1/2“ Blade Length: 4“ Handle Length: 17 3/4” Weight: 1lb 3oz	Overall: 39 ½” Blade Length: 9 ¼” Weight: 6lb 2oz
XH-1074 $ 220.79 Sale $ 143.99	XH-2041 $ 110.39 Sale $ 71.99	XH-2099N $ 141.59 Sale $ 91.99


The Francisca, 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-gray or antiqued finish and a swelled-end hardwood shaft for secure head retention. The shaft is also backswept, as were the originals, providing greater sticking capability when thrown.	Our Viking Axe is a typical pattern, capable of cleaving helms or armour with impunity. It features a forged head with a sharp tempered edge and hardwood shaft.	Our Bearded Axe is a typical pattern, capable of cleaving helms or armour with impunity. It features a forged head with a sharp tempered edge and hardwood shaft.
Overall: 17“ Blade Length: 3 1/2“ Handle Length: 18 1/4” Weight: 1lb 3oz	Overall: 35“ Blade Length: 8 3/4" Weight: 4lb 8oz Thickness at Guard: .82	Overall: 30 1/2“ Blade Length: 6" Weight: 4lb 6oz Thickness at Guard: .57“
XH-2120N $ 110.39 Sale $ 71.99	XH-1072N $ 122.39 Sale $ 79.99	XH-1073N $ 129.59 Sale $ 83.99


The Throwing Axe could be used as a weapon in two ways. As a hand-held weapon it was a lethal force, capable of cleaving helms, mail and shields, while a volley of thrown axes could disrupt an opposing force and allow a breakthrough in a shield wall.	These Hanwei short axes, replicating Viking weapons, are made to withstand throwing, with forged heads and hardened edges. They are well balanced and competition approved. The Short Bearded Axe provided a concentration of power behind a relatively short cutting edge, ideal for punching through any armour of the period in close combat. The Short Viking Axe 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.	These Hanwei short axes, replicating Viking weapons, are made to withstand throwing, with forged heads and hardened edges. They are well balanced and competition approved. The Short Bearded Axe provided a concentration of power behind a relatively short cutting edge, ideal for punching through any armour of the period in close combat. The Short Viking Axe 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.
Overall: 17 1/2“ Blade Length: 3 1/4" Weight: 1lb 4oz Thickness at Guard: .40“	Overall: 25 1/2” Blade Length: 3 3/4” Handle Length: 24 1/2” Weight: 2lb 6oz	Overall: 25 1/4” Blade Length: 5 1/4” Handle Length: 25” Weight: 2lb 2oz
XH-2042N $65.99 Sale $ 42.99	XH-2043N $ 97.19 Sale $ 63.99	XH-2044N $ 103.19 Sale $ 67.99