The seax was a versatile, single edged blade used by Germanic and Scandinavian cultures from the early Migration Period through the Viking Age, or roughly the 5thC through to the 11thC. The term 'seax' means 'cutting tool' or 'knife' in Old English, and was used for food preparation, cutting, carving, and then later warfare.

This particular seax is as magnificent and as beautiful as it is robust and functional; with a sharp edge this is a practical knife and can be used just as it was a thousand years ago. It features a full tang, high carbon Damascus steel blade fitted to a polished wooden hilt and secured with brass end cap, with carved bone decoration in the form of concentric circles patterned in various ways. Not only that, but this seax also comes with a beautifully decorated scabbard replete with brass plating etched with the same triangular pattern as seen on many Viking torcs and bracelets.

This seax manages to be not only a sharp, practical and robust cutting tool, but also a pure work of art and style with a mesmerising Damascus steel blade, etched bone and polished wood handle, and a brass plated and decorated thick leather scabbard. A truly great piece for Viking enthusiasts seeking their next collectors item, or re-enactors looking to add a sharp and practical piece to their arsenal.

Please note - as this is a Damascus steel blade, it will differ slightly from the patterning shown in the images, but will still look just as glorious!

Measurements:
Total Length: 450 mm
Blade Length: 330 mm
Spine Thickness: ~3 mm
Handle Length: 120 mm
Scabbard Length: 445 mm  

Weight: 510 g
Scabbard Weight: 270 g

Blade Material: Damascus Steel
Handle Material: Wood and bone with brass trimmings
Scabbard: Hard leather with brass