Viking axe "Dark Elf"- Othila is the Rune which says about the need to leave outdated things and habits. This axe is the modern stilization of traditional Viking axe. This handmade and handtuned axe with the carved and patinated handle is absolutely functional and can be used as bushcraft tool, in the hunting or fishing camp, and, of course, as the nice decorative element for the country house, boy's room, wine room at cetera. This Rune says about the need to leave outdated things and habits. Shake off the dust from the boots of all your wrong previous conclusions and come to accept the heritage that is waiting for you. It is time to learn about the hereditary heritage that you have prepared and genetics, and spiritual kinship, and possibly continuity of traditions, practices, business, etc. d. Runa Odal, Otala (Othila) -The sign is very good. He points out to you that noble blood flows in your veins, that you are attached to a high-born tree, and all you can do is accept it with gratitude and study all that this circumstance requires. You may have to break the old bond to hold the new position. Do it sharply, but as nobly as possible, so as not to disrupt the flow of energies in a positive way. Hardness of the high carbon steel 56-57 by Rockwell (HRC). It's more than enough to hack a hard wood. Wood for handle- Ash. It's covered by the patina on the wax basement and finished by the highly persistent wax. Five wedges with two additional spile in places of crossing wedges were used. This type fixing increases the reliability of joint and provide the long period of comfort exploitation of the tool. Lenght- 20 1/2'' (52cm) Weight- 2 lbs (900g) Additional you can order the leather sheath for this axe for $25. You can choose it in options. Please, don't hesitate to ask if you have any additional questions. With very best wishes, Andy.