Featured in this lot is a forged high carbon Viking style bearded battle axe made by Bjorn Ironside Forge in Sweden. The forge is named after Bjorn Ironside, a Norse Viking chief and King of Sweden during the 9th century. King Bjorn Ironside is the son of legendary Viking king Ragnar Lothbrok and appears in Norse legends. This Viking style bearded axe displays a bearded axe head with machined grooves across the side. The head is constructed from G10600 carbon steel and 52100 ball bearing steel. The left side of the blade is marked "Bjorn Ironside Forge Made In Sweden". The oak haft of the axe displays a wonderful dark brown exterior with a leather cross wrapped handle. The axe displays wonderful condition with an excellent design. The piece comes with a custom leather cover. The axe measures 20 1/4" long overall with the head measuring 6 1/2" long with a 4 3/4" cutting edge.