viking craftmens axeThis type of axe head is classified as Petersen Type D. It represents a transitional form, often featuring a broader blade and a shorter neck, while remaining asymmetrical in many examples. The connection between the edge and the haft is wide, making this type of beard axe sturdier than its predecessors, Types B and C. This type of axe was likely used primarily for practical purposes and only secondarily as a weapon of war. It was in use from around