Description
Medieval Halberd Axe – Hand Forged Carbon Steel Polearm
Unleash the power and authority of one of history’s most iconic polearms with this Halberd axe, designed for display, collection, and historical presentation. With a mix of reach, balance, and visual look, the halberd was dominant in the battlefield from the late medieval period and remains a symbol of infantry and city guards.
The head is hand-forged from carbon steel and polished cutting edges, for a battle-worn as well as a refined look. Its multi-purpose design includes a spear tip for thrusting, dual axe blades for cutting, and a side fluke for hooking, pulling, or disarming opponents. This versatile design bridges the evolution between the medieval axe and spear-based weapons, and gave one both cutting and piercing capability.
The steel head is securely mounted on a solid ash wood shaft. Ash wood was favored for polearms due to its great shock absorption and high strength to weight ratio. These properties make the shaft durable, flexible under stress, and comfortable to use. Ash also resists splitting better than many hardwoods, which is why it was widely used.
Historically, halberds were wielded by Swiss pikemen, German Landsknechts, and city militias from the 14th to 16th centuries. Their effectiveness influenced later utilities like the medieval battle axe, the Viking axe, and even earlier forms like norse viking axe, all known for strength, reach, and control.
Whether mounted on a wall, placed in a medieval-themed room, the Halberd axe commands attention.
Product Features
- Head Material: Hand-forged carbon steel
- Shaft Material: Solid ash wood
- Design Elements: Spear tip, dual axe blades, side fluke
- Weight: Approx. 1.3 kg
- Use: Display, collection, stage performance, LARP (non-combat)
Advantages of Ash Wood
- Excellent shock absorption
- Strong and lightweight for balance
- Historically accurate material for medieval polearms
CARE INSTRUCTIONS:
- Wipe steel clean after handling to remove moisture or fingerprints
- Apply a coat of oil to the steel to prevent rust
- Treat the ash wood shaft occasionally with natural oil to prevent drying
- Store in a dry environment
- For display, inspect fittings time to time to ensure stability
Notes
- Each halberd is hand-forged and hand-assembled
- Minor variations in blade shape, finish, and wood grain are natural
- Intended for display, collection, and non-combat use









