Viking Axes and Danish Axes from Dark Knight Armoury
Axes of the Vikings were also called the Danish Axe, that were an early type of polearm. Viking Axes are made light enough to withstand throwing with there forged heads and hardened edges. Another use of Viking axe was for punching through any armour or cleaving helms in close combat because of the relatibely short cutting edge. The Viking axe also were used on farms and cutting timber for their Viking ships. Dark Knight Armoury carries many types of Viking axes such as the Danish axe, Viking throwing axe, Mammen axe, bearded axe and the Francisca axe. All our Viking axes are authentic to the Viking Age and fully functional for reenactments.
Bearded Axe Antiqued Item # XH1073N Our Viking Axe and Bearded Axe are typical patterns, capable of cleaving helms or armour with impunity. They feature forged heads with sharp tempered edges and hardwood shafts. Price: $105.00 On Sale For: $72.00 |
Danish Axe Antiqued Item # XH2099N 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. Price: $115.00 On Sale For: $90.00 |
Francisca Axe Item # XH2120N 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 downturned edge were both capable of penetrating chain mail. Price: $89.00 On Sale For: $70.00 |
Mammen Axe Item # XH2041 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. Price: $95.00 On Sale For: $75.00 |
Norse Hawk Item # 07-90N Capturing the Viking spirit, the Norse Hawk’s 4" blade features a highly curved cutting edge and terminates in two sharp points. These points increase the chance of a stick when the Norse Hawk is thrown. Price: $36.99 On Sale For: $30.00 |
Short Bearded Axe Antiqued Item # XH2043N 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. Price: $79.00 On Sale For: $62.00 |
Short Viking Axe Item # XH2044N 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. Price: $79.00 On Sale For: $62.00 |
Throwing Axe Antiqued Item # XH2042N 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. Price: $49.00 On Sale For: $38.00 |
Viking Axe Antiqued Item # XH1072N Our Viking Axe and Bearded Axe are typical patterns, capable of cleaving helms or armour with impunity. They feature forged heads with sharp tempered edges and hardwood shafts. Both shafts are approximately 30 ½” long. Price: $105.00 On Sale For: $82.00 |
Viking Bearded Axe Item # XNH53 The throwing length Viking Bearded Axe had a Beard or increased depth at the lower end of the blade, adding the rigidity needed for a weapon that could also be used for chopping chores. This Viking axe is hardwood-handled and competition approved. Price: $29.00 |
Viking Throwing Axe Item # XNH52 The Viking Throwing Axe was a light axe borrowed from the Frank’s War with the Romans, when the Franks employed the weapon successfully both as a projectile and at close-quarters. With its hardwood handle, this axe is great for throwing competitions. Price: $29.00 |
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