Bec de Faucon Poleaxe – Deepeeka
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- C60 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 48 5/16''
- Weight
- 2 lb 8.5 oz
- Brand
- Deepeeka
Overview
Bec de Faucon Poleaxe - Deepeeka
This Bec de Faucon poleaxe has a head and langets of high carbon steel riveted to a carved and stained wooden haft. The pick and spike are unsharpened. The poleaxe is finished with a butt cap of steel.
Bec de Faucon (falcons beak) takes its name from the shape of the pick on this poleaxe. The three-pronged hammer is intended to bite into armored surfaces and direct the force of the blow onto three small points which then punch through the armor. The pick can be used to drive powerful, armor-puncturing force into a target and the spike is ideal for finishing a downed opponent with a piercing strike into a gap in an armored harness.
Poleaxes such as these were popular weapons, particularly among the knights and nobility of the late Medieval period. These weapons are purpose-designed to rend armor and batter a well-armored opponent. A skilled wielder used it in close quarters with techniques that would look familiar to fighting with staves and the quarter-staff. Unlike the simple stave however, the intimidating poleaxe head gave its wielder a variety of options for dispatching the foe.
Due to its popularity with the wealthier warriors of society, poleaxes were commonly used in duels, trials by combat and were even a featured event at tournament.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Deepeeka
- Overall Length
- 48 5/16''
- Blade
- C60 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lb 8.5 oz
- Width
- 7''
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- India
- Type
- Poleaxe
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What materials are used in the poleaxe? Common Question
The head and langets are high carbon steel (C60) riveted to a carved and stained wooden haft, and it has a steel butt cap.
Q How does it handle and balance? Common Question
At about 48 5/16 inches and 2 lb 8.5 oz, it is relatively light and maneuverable with the weight focused near the head for decisive strikes.
Q Is the pick and spike sharpened? Common Question
The pick and spike are unsharpened from the maker.
Q Is this suitable for reenactment or demonstration use? Common Question
It is a battle-ready steel poleaxe suitable for costume, collection, and controlled demonstrations; always follow event safety rules.
Q What historical style does this represent? Common Question
A late Medieval Bec de Faucon (falcon’s beak) poleaxe with a piercing spike, armor-biting three-pronged hammer, and beak-shaped fluke.
Q Where is it manufactured? Common Question
Manufactured by Deepeeka in India.
Q What are the overall dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length is 48 5/16 inches; head width is about 7 inches; weight is 2 lb 8.5 oz.
Q How should the wooden haft and steel be maintained? Common Question
Keep the steel clean and lightly oiled to prevent rust; treat the wood periodically with a penetrating oil (e.g., linseed) and avoid prolonged moisture exposure.
Q Does it include scabbard or cover? Common Question
No scabbard; it has a steel butt cap and steel langets riveted along the haft.
Q Any legal or safety considerations? Common Question
Check local laws regarding possession and carry; use only in safe, controlled settings with appropriate protective gear.
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The Maker
Deepeeka
Deepeeka creates an astonishing variety of replica weapons, armor, and re-enactment accessories that range from Classical Antiquity to the 20th Century. Deepeeka has been crafting replicas since the 1980s and their products are essential gear for many re-enactment groups. Many swords, daggers and other weapons made by Deepeeka are durably crafted and budget-friendly offerings. The steel is good and well-tempered and their leathercraft and woodworking are of excellent quality. Deepeeka’s products are handcrafted and (in the case of blades, hand-hammered) are a good deal for those who want a quality item at a good price.
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Bec de Faucon Poleaxe by Deepeka The first thing that strikes you about this weapon is it’s size. It seems small in just about every way. It is almost like a 2/3 to 3/4 sized scaled down replica. Very light and a bit short as well. Besides the tips of the hammer, beak and spear being blunted, like after being hit on a really hard surface, it appears to be of decent construction. It comes off as being a toy or a trainer for a 10 year old.
finish work was OKAY.
the size, weight is perfect for horseback demonstrations. I was studying its length and cross-referencing to 1390s French knighthood.
i came across the dimensions demands of a certain knight. The size of this polehammer/warhammer is accurate. He wanted it to be no taller than his armpit at standing height. He was able to use it on both horseback and on foot. I plan to add acid etchings and heat-transferring brasswire to different areas to make it a bit more knightly. This is very light and DEVASTING weapon. (RIP pumpkins)
good for price. cons? the finish work was rough, the clawfoot on the hammer end was not even and is cut using angle grinder. I finished off using rod files and multiple sized wood dowels and sandpaper. it now look much neater and presentable. the top spike tip was accidently blunted (dropped?) i sharpened it into prickly sharp. the falcon beak now has razor sharp top and bottom. with sharp drop point. the wood finish on the heft is passable however i added extra layer of linseed oil. it looks darker now. Good buy. this is a good DIY TLC weapon, cricut patterning transfering and acid etching project as well. go for it
Seems pretty solid overall, I wish the beak was a little thicker because the tip bent when I hit a coconut, but it still went through with almost no effort and I was able to hammer it back into shape with a single strike so it’s good as new.