Ragnar's Axe - Vikings - MAN AT ARMS: REFORGED
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Matt and Kerri from Baltimore Knife and Sword forge Ragnar's axe from Vikings on Man at Arms: Reforged, inspired by the historical use of axes as both weapons and tools. The process involves shaping the axe, inserting a high carbon steel bit, tempering and hardening the axe, and finishing it by attaching the head to the handle, lacing leather, and proposing to Natasha during a demo.
Insights
- The process of creating Ragnar's axe involves a meticulous forging technique that includes shaping, welding, and tempering the axe to achieve the desired finish.
- The symbolic significance of the axe as both a weapon and tool in Viking culture serves as a driving force behind the meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail put into crafting Ragnar's axe on Man at Arms: Reforged.
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Recent questions
What weapon are Matt and Kerri forging on Man at Arms: Reforged?
They are forging Ragnar's axe from the show Vikings.
What inspired the creation of Ragnar's axe on Man at Arms: Reforged?
Vikings using axes as weapons and tools.
What materials are used in forging Ragnar's axe on Man at Arms: Reforged?
High carbon steel bit and sturdy white oak handle.
What are the final steps in creating Ragnar's axe on Man at Arms: Reforged?
Attaching the head to the haft, lacing leather up the handle, and proposing during a demo.
What is the significance of Ragnar's axe on Man at Arms: Reforged?
It pays tribute to Viking weaponry and craftsmanship.
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Forging Ragnar's Axe on Man at Arms
- Matt and Kerri from Baltimore Knife and Sword are building weapons on Man at Arms: Reforged.
- They are forging Ragnar's axe from the show Vikings, a weapon used by the main character, Ragnar.
- Vikings used axes as weapons and tools, inspiring the creation of this axe.
- The first step is squaring up the round stock and punching a hole using the punch and drift method.
- A sturdy piece of white oak is chosen for the handle of Ragnar's axe.
- After shaping the axe and punching the hole, a high carbon steel bit is inserted and welded.
- The axe is forged, shaped, and the hole is drifted to the proper shape.
- The axe is tempered, hardened, and polished to achieve the desired finish.
- The final step involves attaching the head to the haft, lacing leather up the handle, and proposing to Natasha during a demo with the completed axe.
