A bearded axe, or Skeggøx (from Old Norse Skegg, "beard", and øx, "axe"), is any of various axes, used as a tool and weapon, as early as the 6th century AD. It is most commonly associated with Viking Age Scandinavians .

Own the outdoors with this go-anywhere, do-anything axe. Named after its 1st-century Norse forebear, the Skeggox is a compact bearded axe built to withstand the test of time. Designed by James Williams, this modern incarnation uses a full tang for exceptional strength and SK-5 carbon steel for superior edge retention.

Grimfrost's Skeggox (Old Norse: Bearded Axe) is a one-handed axe that was in use throughout the Viking Age. The name is derived from the elongated lower portion of the axe head that provides a wide cutting surface without increasing the total weight. The extended part also makes it very well suited for catching shields and weapons.

Our Odin's Skeggox features the classic "bearded" shape synonymous with the Vikings, crafted with precision using high-quality carbon steel and Ash wood. With a sharpened edge and a total length of 62 cm, this axe boasts meticulous handmade construction and a signature beeswax and linseed oil finish for durability and grip.

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Let’s explore in detail the origin, design, and uses of the bearded axe, also known as the “Skeggøx” in Old Norse. The bearded axe is thought to have originated in Scandinavia during the Viking Age. It is one of the oldest types of axes in human history.

2022年3月17日 · HAND-FORGED SKEGG AXE HEAD - Constructed to last and designed to perform, each battle axe features a skeg axe head (bearded - elongated, hooked shape) with semi-razor sharp edge which has been given an excellent heat treatment to achieve a 56-58 Rockwell scale hardness. BUILT FOR BATTLE - This axe is …