Legal & Safety Notice

This is a traditionally hand-forged axe, produced using established traditional forging techniques and supplied with a sharpened edge as part of authentic manufacture. This item is intended for display and collection only and is not intended for combat or practical use.

🔞 Sold to adults aged 18+ only, in line with applicable UK legislation regarding traditional hand-crafted swords. Strict age verification applies.

Description

The Axe of the North.

Forged for conquest.

Built to endure.

The Hanwei Viking Axe – Antiqued captures the spirit of the legendary Norse warriors whose axes became symbols of strength, resilience and mastery in battle. From defending homesteads to carving a path across Europe, the Viking axe was one of the most versatile and effective weapons of the medieval world.

Hand forged by Hanwei, this historically inspired axe features a forged carbon steel head with a sharp tempered 8.75-inch cutting edge, finished in an authentic antiqued style that reflects the appearance of a battle-worn original.

The solid 35-inch hardwood shaft is tapered using traditional slip-fit construction, providing a secure head fit while remaining faithful to historical craftsmanship. Weighing 2,040g, this fully functional axe delivers impressive balance, authority and presence, making it equally suited for collectors, historical displays and re-enactment enthusiasts.

Built for the shield wall.

Forged to stand the test of time.

✨ Why every Viking collector needs this axe

🪓 Premium Hanwei fully functional Viking axe
⚔️ Hand-forged carbon steel axe head with antiqued finish
✨ Sharp tempered 8.75-inch cutting edge
🌳 Solid 35-inch hardwood shaft with traditional slip-fit construction
🛡️ Historically inspired Norse design
🏰 Ideal for collectors, historical enthusiasts and re-enactment displays
🎁 A striking addition to any medieval or Viking weapon collection

When swords failed...

The axe prevailed.

🇬🇧 Fast UK shipping — no customs, no longships, no nonsense.

This axe is a traditional, hand-forged blade inspired by legendary Norse warriors created for collectors with an appreciation for axe craftsmanship.

Forged from carbon steel using [forging method, e.g. clay tempering / differential hardening], it combines authentic construction with display-quality presentation.

Key Features

• Traditional hand-forged axe

• Carbon Steel blade

• Sharpened edge as part of traditional finishing

• Full-tang construction

• Approximate blade length: 22 cm
  

• Suitable for collection or display

Age Verification:
This product is sold to adults aged 18 years and over. By purchasing, you confirm that you meet this requirement. Orders may be subject to age verification checks prior to dispatch, and we reserve the right to cancel any order where age cannot be satisfactorily verified.

Important Information

• This axe is supplied as a traditional hand-crafted blade and is not sold for self-defence or unlawful use

• Customers are responsible for safe handling and secure storage

• Ownership and use may be subject to local laws — customers should ensure compliance in their jurisdiction