{"product_id":"gravemoor-damascus-double-axe-8-handmade-viking-style-twin-edge-head","title":"Gravemoor Damascus Double Axe 8\" Handmade Viking Style Twin Edge Head","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA double bit head with matching curved edges on both sides solves a scheduling problem more than a technical one, you don't have to stop mid-project to resharpen when one side dulls, you just flip the head. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravemoor Damascus Double Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e builds on that same practical logic, with both edges cut to the same curved profile rather than one fine and one rough, so either side performs identically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause both edges share the same 4-inch curve, the head balances more evenly during a swing than a mismatched double-bit design would, which matters more than most builders expect once the handle is mounted and the axe is actually in use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you don't want to choose between edge styles on a double-bit build, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/axe-head-blanks\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eGravemoor Damascus Double Axe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sidesteps that decision entirely by giving you two identical curved edges. At 8 inches overall with 4 inches of cutting edge on each side, it's sized for real chopping work once mounted, not just display. The dual-curved profile mirrors traditional Viking double-axe geometry rather than a modern double-bit hatchet shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis head arrives as a blank, so you control the final handle length, material, and mounting angle, useful if you're matching it to a specific historical reenactment build or a personal bushcraft project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravemoor Damascus Double Axe Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 5 to 6mm thick, the head holds enough mass to swing with real force without becoming unwieldy once handled. Both curved edges are ground identically, which matters for balance, an axe with mismatched bit shapes will pull slightly to one side during a swing, something you won't get with this symmetrical build. The acid-etched finish shows the Damascus pattern clearly on both faces, useful if you want the grain visible from either side once mounted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses and Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis head suits Viking-style double-axe builds, bushcraft projects where resharpening mid-task isn't practical, and display pieces for historical collections. Mount it securely and test with light strikes before committing to full swings, since a loose head is the most common failure point in a fresh custom build. Keep the head dry in storage, as unmounted Damascus will develop surface rust faster than you'd expect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Edge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 inches each side\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Damascus steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 to 6mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double bit axe head blank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Viking double axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Acid-etched Damascus pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dual curved cutting edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCutting Edge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plain edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why have two identical curved edges instead of one straight and one curved? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatching edges keep the head balanced during a swing, a mismatched double-bit head can pull slightly to one side, which this symmetrical design avoids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What's the actual advantage of flipping the head instead of resharpening? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt lets you keep working without stopping mid-task, since you switch to the fresh edge instead of pausing to sharpen the one you've been using.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the curved profile change how it cuts compared to a straight double-bit? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, curved edges concentrate force differently across the swing, generally offering more controlled cuts than a flat, straight-edge double-bit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is 5 to 6mm thick enough for real chopping once mounted? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, this thickness holds up to repeated heavy use while staying light enough that the head doesn't feel front-heavy during a swing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this a good gift for someone building a Viking reenactment kit? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, its historically accurate double axe geometry makes it a strong choice for reenactors finishing their own period-appropriate build.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Why have two identical curved edges instead of one straight and one curved?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Two matching curved cutting edges help keep the axe head balanced during use. 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