Product description
A beautiful seax by Windlass Steelcrafts, based on an early medieval original from around 750 AD, displayed in the British Museum.
Such seaxes were produced on the British Isles between the 9th and 11th centuries. This type of seax has mainly been found in Britain and Ireland, though a few examples have also been discovered in Scandinavia and Germany. Seaxes like this were used both as weapons and as cutting tools in daily life, and may also have played a ritual role in offerings.
The seax was one of the most popular weapons in Northern Europe. Many early medieval peoples — including the Vikings, Merovingians, Anglo-Saxons, and Germanic tribes — used it. Originally a utility knife, it was often carried into battle when no sword was available, eventually evolving into a fully developed weapon in its own right.
The wooden handle is decorated with brass nails for a secure grip. Both sides of the blade are etched with early medieval patterns. The semi-sharp blade is made of tempered 1055 carbon steel with a hardness of 48–52 HRC and comes with a leather scabbard. Perfect for collectors and early medieval reenactment. When the blade is blunted, it is also suitable for reenactment battles and Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA).
