large francisca throwing axe Zwaardtassen As the cloak is crafted

As the cloak is crafted from a generous amount of fabric

It increases the weight of the grip by 112 grams and raises the point of balance to 4" below the cross-guard

The steel bands and 3 mm thick nose guard (spang) are screwed onto the helmet

as a result

large francisca throwing axe Zwaardtassen As the cloak is craftedThe Francisca axe was a throwing axe used primarily by the Franks and other Germanic tribes. The axe has been crafted after an 8th century original found in South England, which is now held within the collection of the British Museum in London. The length of this Francisca axe is 81 cm, and it features a hand forged axehead of iron with a maximum length of 24 cm. It weighs 1. 6 kg, and the blade is delivered sharpened.