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Sharp Early Medieval Seax
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Are you looking for a knife that conceals the raw beauty of the early Middle Ages and honest craftsmanship? This historical seax is exactly what your gear needs. With the authentic forged look of the upper blade and a sharp edge made of high-quality carbon steel, you gain a reliable partner for historical camping and hunting. The stunning handle, combining noble olive wood, polished genuine bone, and brass details, makes every single piece an absolute original. Whether you are dedicated to historical reenactment, collecting, or simply need a stylish tool for your belt, this knife will not let you down. Further product information ...
Sharp Early Medieval Seax of Carbon Steel with Bone Handle
Usage and Knife Construction
The blade of this traditional knife is forged from 1070 carbon steel, which is characterized by high strength and excellent edge retention. Its surface is left in a rough forged state on the upper section, creating a wonderful contrast with the smoothly ground bevel. The handle is masterfully assembled from olive wood and genuine bone, separated by fine brass rings. At the end of the grip, there is a brass lanyard ring for optional attachment of a leather cord. The knife is supplied together with a hand-stitched leather sheath made of genuine cowhide, decorated with subtle tooling and equipped with a practical belt loop.
Classification of Battle-Ready-Weapons
Technical Specifications
| Blade Material | 1070 carbon steel |
| Handle Material | Olive wood, genuine bone, brass |
| Overall Length | 430 mm (16.93 inches) |
| Blade Length | 270 mm (10.63 inches) |
| Weight (without sheath) | 390 g (13.76 oz) |
| Sheath Material | Genuine cowhide |
History and Weapon Typology
The seax (or scramasax) was an absolutely crucial piece of armament and equipment for men in Northern and Western Europe between the 5th and 11th centuries. This single-edged knife was so popular that, according to historical sources, it gave its name to the entire Saxon tribe. It served as a universally applicable tool for woodworking, skinning game, and food preparation in the camp. However, in an emergency or upon losing a primary sword or axe, it immediately transformed into a highly effective and lethal weapon for close-quarters combat within the shield wall.
Safety Guidelines and Maintenance
This product is supplied with a fully functional, sharp blade. For safety reasons, we must strongly warn you: This seax is under no circumstances intended for contact Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA), stage combat, or LARP battles! Any use in man-to-man combat could result in a fatal injury. Since the blade is constructed from carbon steel (it is not stainless), it must be carefully cleaned, wiped completely dry, and treated with a thin layer of high-quality gun or natural oil after every use. Protect the handle, made of natural materials, from extreme fluctuations in temperature and humidity to prevent the bone or wood from cracking. Regularly condition the leather sheath with beeswax or a leather balm.
Recommended Accessories
For this historical knife, we highly recommend purchasing a quality leather belt with a forged period buckle and a traditional linen tunic, which will make your early medieval costume absolutely flawless.
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