irish axeThis axe is based on originals from the second half of the 15th century. It features a long shaft, making it ideal for infantry use. The axe is a development of the early medieval Daneaxe (Danish Viking axe). The top of the shaft is reinforced with metal strips (langets) to protect the haft. Like its predecessors, this type of axe head is curved, making it lighter than a standard woodworking axe. The blade extends into a beard at the back and a point