battle ready viking axe ingvarThe axe was an essential and versatile tool for the Vikings, whether used for felling trees, building ships, houses, and furniture, or as a weapon in combat. The shape and size of the axe heads were adapted to their intended use. Some axes were beautifully decorated and served as status symbols, often buried alongside their owner. This type of axe blade is classified as Petersen Type B. The blade has a typical bearded shape, with a pronounced downward