Viking Damascus Seax Saxon Scramasax
13.75” Overall, 9” Blade, Sharp!
266 Layers, 15N20 + 1085 High Carbon Steels
Red/Black Hardwood Veneer Handle, Premium Leather Scabbard
The Scramasax, also referred to as scramaseax or scramsax (literally meaning ‘wounding-knife’), sax or seax, was carried by the Saxons and the Vikings between the 4th and 10th centuries, came in a wide range of sizes and was used both as a tool and a weapon.
Carried horizontally, at the back of the belt, the scramasax provided the spearman with both a close-quarters weapon and a tool and utensil in camp. It would provide both slashing and thrusting power in battle while handling heavy-duty chores around the home and camp. The Scramasax is equipped with a premium leather horizontal-carry sheath.
Specifications:
Overall: 13.75” (15" in Sheath)
Blade Length: 9"
Handle Length: 4.75"
Weight: 1 lb 4 ozs (Seax & Sheath Combined)
Thickness at Guard: .2”
Blade Steel: 266 Layers of 15N20 + 1085 High Carbon
Encapsulated Premium Leather Sheath, Double Stitched, Vertical Carry
Comments: Technically these are 'pattern welded' (a technique dating back to 4th C AD Vikings) using modern forges and excellent heat treatment. Beautifully made with solid construction (note thickness of blade at guard and full tang for instance) The hardwood handle is made from layers of colored wood veneer epoxied together, carved and polished. I'm a collector and re-enactor, I sell what I own and can personally recommend. See my Seller ratings and buy with confidence, plus I ship fast!
Manufacturer's Description:
All our Damascus knives have at least 266 layers during the forging process, with many of them surpassing that mark by several layers.
• Our handles are genuine bone, horn, or stag antler. Some also feature walnut or rosewood handles. We do not use resin to make the handles for any of our Damascus product line.
• We use genuine brass in our bolsters, guards, and inlays. We do not use brass plated steel.
• Our Damascus knives and swords are available with a variety of tangs (i.e. full or encapsulated tangs).
• We currently use two combinations of steel in the forging process of our Damascus blades. Some blades will use a blending of 1074 high carbon steel and WS1 mild steel, while others use a combination of 1085 high carbon steel and 15N20 bright steel.
• All our Damascus blades are Rockwell tested between 52 to 58, or higher. This determines the durability of the blade and its ability to hold a fine edge.
• The Damascus knives, swords, and blanks are subject to an “acid wash” that helps accentuate the contrast between the types of steel used in the forging of the blades. Because the tang will typically be covered by whatever handle material is used, that part of the blade is generally not subject to the acid treatment. However, the “swirl pattern” of the contrasting steels that is characteristic of Damascus blades will still be visible when inspected closely.
These historically inspired weapons from Rite Edge in Pakistan are commissioned by szco, a U.S. importer that has invested in the manufacturer to modernize the forge and improve quality control. The results are excellent and have continued to improve over the last several years.
SZCO Supplies Inc is one of the leading manufacturers and importers of knives, hand tools, self-defense products, swords, medieval re-enactment items in the US that was founded in 1983 and has been in business for over 35 years.