Viking Transitional Seax with Horn Grip (Wescovich Design)

A transitional seax form bridging the compact scramasax and the full long seax, developed in collaboration with historical designer Keith Wescovich

The seax evolved through several distinct forms across the early Medieval period, ranging from compact utility knives to substantial single-edged companion blades. This piece represents a transitional form, bridging the gap between the shorter scramasax and the larger long seax, or langseax - a design phase where Norse and Anglo-Saxon smiths began adding a guard and pommel to blades that had previously been simple, hiltless utility knives, improving control and hand protection while retaining the seax's essential versatility.

This design was developed by Deepeeka in collaboration with historical designer Keith Wescovich, bringing together historical inspiration with practical considerations for re-enactment. This horn-gripped variant reflects the widespread early Medieval use of buffalo horn as a durable, decorative handle material.

Ideal for re-enactment, historical interpretation, and collectors seeking a distinctive transitional seax form.

Blade Length : 9.80 Inch Approx.
Blade Width : 1.36 Inch Approx
Overall Length : 15.6 Inch Approx.
Weight : 460 kg.
Blade made of High Carbon steel. Tampered, Not sharpened.
Full Tang Blade with top brass nut
Handle Material : Horn
Scabbard with Real Leather