German 14th Century War Axe – Deepeeka
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- C60 High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 26''
- Weight
- 2 lb 6 oz
- Brand
- Deepeeka
- Era
- Medieval
Overview
German 14th Century War Axe - Deepeeka
The German 14th Century War Axe has a head forged from high carbon steel; it is mounted onto a stout, quadrangular haft of hardwood that is finished with a darkened stain. The axe edge is thick and blunted.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Deepeeka
- Era
- Medieval
- Overall Length
- 26''
- Blade Length
- 5 5/8''
- Blade
- C60 High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lb 6 oz
- Edge
- Blunt
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- India
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What is the axe head made of, and how is it built? Common Question
The head is forged from C60 high carbon steel, a tough steel commonly used in battle-ready reproductions. It's a bearded axe design, with the lower edge extending down past the socket, and photographs show a squared poll where the head meets the haft with a visible collar at the joint.
Q Is the edge sharp? Common Question
No. This axe ships with a blunt edge that is thick rather than tapered to a cutting bevel, making it safe to handle for display, reenactment, or choreographed work rather than for cutting materials.
Q What is the haft made of, and how is it fitted to the head? Common Question
The haft is a stout, quadrangular hardwood shaft finished with a dark stain. Photographs show it fitted through a squared socket, or eye, in the steel head, with a flat rectangular cross-section running down to a squared-off butt end.
Q What is this axe suited for? Common Question
This is a Battle Ready piece built for reenactment, stage work, and display rather than as a sharpened cutting tool, since it ships with a blunt edge. At 26 inches overall with a 2 lb 6 oz head-and-haft weight, it handles as a one-handed war axe styled after 14th century German designs.
Q What does the bearded shape of the axe head mean? Common Question
The beard is the extended, crescent-shaped lower portion of the blade below the socket, visible in photographs of this piece. That extra reach along the bottom edge is characteristic of historical war axes of this type and is part of the head's forged profile rather than a separate piece.
Q How should I care for this axe? Common Question
Wipe down the high carbon steel head after handling and keep it lightly oiled to prevent surface rust, since it ships unsharpened but is still steel that reacts to moisture. Oil the stained hardwood haft regularly as well, which keeps the wood from drying out and helps maintain a snug fit at the socket.
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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