Viking Forged Long Seax with Type G Hilt

A powerful long seax with a Type G hilt and an extended single-edged blade, representing the transition point between everyday utility knives and dedicated companion blades in the Anglo-Saxon and Viking worlds
The long seax, often called the langseax, represents the most developed form of the seax family used during the early Medieval period. Widely associated with both Anglo-Saxon and Viking cultures, this blade bridges the gap between everyday utility knives and a warrior's dedicated sidearm. This example features a Type G hilt, a classification identified within Anglo-Saxon typology and characterised by its distinct guard and pommel construction - unlike simpler seax forms, the addition of a guard here reflects a real evolution toward more serious use, offering improved hand protection and control. The long, single-edged blade emphasises cutting power, supported by a thick spine for durability; while retaining the traditional seax profile, the extended length allows it to function effectively as a primary sidearm, particularly in Anglo-Saxon England where such long seaxes were carried by warriors of status as both a martial tool and a marker of cultural identity.

Deepeeka's reproduction is designed for stage presentation and re-enactment, hand-forged with a blunt edge and reinforced construction, part of our Anglo-Saxon and Viking heritage range.

Use for:
- Anglo-Saxon and Viking living history
- Historical reenactment camps and choreographed demonstrations
- Museum displays and educational interpretation
- Early medieval England-themed home decor and collections
- Historical events and living history fairs
- Film and theatre productions
- Collectors of Anglo-Saxon seax typology
- Costume dressing and themed photography