Awesome axe that will go with your garb in any SCA costume event or hang it on the wall to create a decorative medieval appeal. This Battle Axe has an authentic look and feel featuring a spiral wood carved handle with a lacquered finish. Each carbon steel blade measures 11 1/4" from blade to blade. Note that this style axe are not made alike as outstanding ingenuity and craftsmanship was used. In order to accurately represent a classic look and feel you may notice some rusting or spotting found on the blade. This is a normal occurrence throughout the life of this piece. This aging process creates a look comparable to the original medieval weaponry.