Viking Axe of Ragnar IX century 605

RAGNAR'S VIKING AXE 9TH CENTURY

Reproduction of an ornate axe, made of metal and wood.

The axe is undoubtedly the most characteristic weapon of Viking warriors; although there were different types of axes, the materials were always the same: wood for the handle and iron for the blade.

Initially, it was a tool for building ships, houses or chariots, but given its versatility, its use extended to the battlefield. Accompanied by a shield, the Viking axe was an especially devastating resource if the enemy did not have cavalry, or a large contingent of archers. The sight of Vikings handling this type of weapon provoked terror.

Ragnar Lodbrok was a legendary Viking king who reigned in the 9th century, in the territories of present-day Sweden and Denmark, and took part in numerous raids, both on the European continent and in the British Isles; he is remembered in Scandinavian tradition for being bloodthirsty, rebellious and having caused havoc with the handling of his axe in the territories of present-day England and France.

Measurements: 60 cm
Weight: 645 g

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