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Scandinavian Four-Lugged chopping Axe "Skane" made by Gransfors Bruks

A Norwegian axe from the 7th century which was developed into a western Scandinavian style. It is characterised by its four eye-lugs: two above and two below the eye. The axe has a relatively wide, curved edge. Archeological findings indicate that this type of axe probably formed part of poeple's personal equipment. It was used both as hatchet and as a working axe, but also as a weapon in battle before the actual battle axe was developed. This replica, forged by hand, is based on an axe dating back to the 9th century, and was found in Skane in the southern part of Sweden. The original axe is exhibited at the Museum Kulturen in Lund (Sweden).