Jeremy V. Krause wrote: |
Viking and Medieval fighting axes were not crude tools. The Petersen type L and M types, (which this piece seems to be trying to get at) have dynamic and complex proportions.
Historic axe designs don't lend themselves to mass production at low cost without coming out looking grossly inaccurate and exhibiting atypical handling for the type. If one simply wants to cut bottles these pieces work quite well- but not as representatives of the historical specimens. |
I agree. These axes are just too complex for makers like Cold Steel to pul off and it is a shame not to enjoy their complexity in all of its glory. :D I have a custom made type M dane axe with 3 piece welded construction (softer eye+softer body+harder edge), proper geometry and dimensions and it's a glorious weapon. 4 foot long, only 3lb, fast and furious. :D