{"product_id":"15-inch-damascus-seax-knife-10-inch-wave-pattern-blade","title":"15-Inch Damascus Seax Knife — 10-Inch Wave Pattern Blade, Rosewood Handle, Brass Bolster, Brass Pommel \u0026 Leather Sheath","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis Damascus seax knife measures 15 inches overall with a 10-inch wave pattern blade and a 5-inch rosewood handle. A brass bolster sits between the blade and handle. A brass pommel caps the handle base. The burgundy leather sheath with tan stitching and belt loop tab is included for safe carry and field storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis is the only \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/handmade-viking-seax-knife?srsltid=AfmBOorQxtRQmR_6L3XHOxqa9Hb425OfAKM4Yza4aaZ6eFeUbSzJ2F2f\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamascus seax knife \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eat JW Steel Crafts with a rosewood handle, brass bolster, and brass pommel in this 15-inch Viking style configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe History Behind This Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe seax was the primary blade of Viking Age Scandinavia from roughly 500 to 1100 AD. Every free Norse man and woman carried a seax as their daily utility knife — long enough for serious fieldwork, narrow enough for close tasks, and balanced for extended carry on the belt. The word seax simply meant knife in Old Norse. Seax blades ranged from short utility knives to long fighting blades exceeding 24 inches. The 10-inch working seax became the standard everyday carry length across Norse settlements from Scandinavia to the British Isles. Rosewood and brass fittings entered Viking-inspired knife craft through the 19th century European revival of Norse blade traditions. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJW Steel Crafts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Damascus seax carries that same Viking working blade tradition in every forged piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe blade is forged from layered Damascus steel in a wave pattern finish. The long narrow seax profile gives you a full 10-inch cutting surface for camp work, food prep, field dressing, and heavy outdoor tasks. The slight upward curve toward the tip allows precise piercing and detail work alongside the long primary edge. The wave pattern varies naturally across every blade due to the forging process — no two blades carry an identical finish. Full tang construction runs through the entire rosewood handle and spreads weight evenly from blade tip to pommel base for stable and controlled cutting throughout extended field use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle and Brass Fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe handle is shaped from rosewood. Rosewood has a deep reddish-brown tone with a tight, dense grain that resists moisture and holds its surface finish through daily outdoor and field use. Natural grain variation means every handle has a distinct appearance. A brass bolster sits between the blade and handle, adding front-end weight for better cutting balance and protecting fingers during heavy push cuts. A brass pommel caps the handle base, adding rear-end weight that balances the long 10-inch blade and gives the knife its classic Viking seax profile from tip to base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeather Belt Sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe burgundy leather sheath features tan stitching and a belt loop tab for secure waist carry during hunting, camp work, and outdoor use. The JW SteelCrafts stamp is embossed on the sheath for a clean presentation finish. The sheath seats the full 10-inch blade firmly with no movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Used For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCamp cutting, field dressing, and heavy outdoor tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eViking and Norse blade collectors and history enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHunting and trail carry requiring a long fixed blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDisplay pieces with full working outdoor capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eGifting for Viking enthusiasts, hunters, and Damascus collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e15 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e10 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWave pattern Damascus steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eViking seax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrass bolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePommel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrass pommel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFull tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBurgundy leather, tan stitching, belt loop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a seax knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe seax was the everyday carry blade of Viking Age Norse culture. It features a long narrow blade with a straight spine and slight tip curve — built for camp work, field tasks, and extended daily carry on the belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do the brass bolster and pommel do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe brass bolster adds front-end weight for better cutting balance. The brass pommel caps the handle base and adds rear-end counterweight that balances the long 10-inch blade across the full knife length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs rosewood durable for outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eYes. Rosewood is dense and tight-grained. It resists moisture and holds its deep reddish-brown surface finish through heavy outdoor and field use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the leather sheath included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eYes. The burgundy leather sheath with tan stitching and belt loop tab is included for safe carry and field storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this knife full tang?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eYes. The tang runs the full length of the rosewood handle for strength, balance, and long-term durability under heavy outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this knife suitable as a gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eYes. The wave pattern Damascus blade, rosewood handle, brass fittings, and leather sheath make this a strong gift for Viking enthusiasts, hunters, and Damascus knife collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is a seax knife?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The seax was a traditional Viking Age everyday carry blade used for camp work, field tasks, and general utility. 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