{"product_id":"hand-forged-damascus-spike-poll-axe-head","title":"Ravenspine Spike Axe 7\" Handmade Damascus Bearded Head with Spike","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining a cutting edge with an opposite-side spike gave historical smiths a single head that could chop, pierce, or serve as a striking tool depending on the task at hand. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRavenspine Spike Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e continues that same dual-function design as every \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted Steel Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e we forge. The bearded profile on the cutting side adds extra edge length, while the spike on the reverse gives the head a second working function most standard axes don't offer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamascus steel adds real forging tradition here, with the folding process running consistently through both the bearded edge and the spike since the whole head is forged as one continuous piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want one head that does more than just chop, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/axe-head-blanks\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eRavenspine Spike Axe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e delivers a working edge and a functional spike in a single forged piece. At 7 inches in length with a 5-inch cutting edge, it's sized for real chopping capability, while the 2-inch spike on the opposite side adds a piercing or hooking function most standard axe heads skip entirely. As a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged Steel Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, both features come from one continuous Damascus construction, not welded-on additions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis head arrives as a blank, giving you control over handle length and material for your specific build, whether that's a bushcraft tool or a Norse-inspired reenactment piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRavenspine Spike Axe Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 5mm thick, the head balances enough mass for real chopping force without becoming unwieldy once mounted. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiked Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e design means the cutting edge and spike sit on opposite sides of the same head, so you're choosing which function to use based on how you orient your swing. The acid-etched finish makes the Damascus pattern visible across both the bearded edge and the spike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses and Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom Forged Axe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e head suits bushcraft builds, historical reenactment pieces, and camping tool projects where a dual-function head adds real versatility. Because of the spike, handle this head with extra care during mounting and storage compared to a standard axe head. Mount it securely before any use, and keep the head dry in storage to prevent rust on the Damascus pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCutting Edge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpike Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pattern welded Damascus steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Axe head blank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bearded axe head with spike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Acid-etched Damascus pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the spike actually useful for? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt gives the head a piercing or hooking function on the reverse side, useful for tasks a standard flat-poll axe head can't handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the spike forged as part of the head or added separately? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's forged as one continuous piece with the rest of the head, since the whole axe comes from a single Damascus billet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does having a spike make this head harder to handle safely? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt requires more care during mounting and storage than a standard axe head, given the pointed feature on the reverse side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this an artisan camping axe design, or purely decorative? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's built as a functional head suited for real bushcraft and camping use once properly mounted, not just a display piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the Ravenspine Spike Axe good for gifting? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, its dual-function design and Damascus construction make it a standout gift for makers, collectors, and outdoor enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\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 the spike actually useful for?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The spike adds a piercing and hooking function to the reverse side of the axe head, providing additional utility for certain outdoor and bushcraft tasks that a standard flat-poll axe head may not offer.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is the spike forged as part of the head or added separately?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The spike is forged as part of the axe head rather than being a separate attachment. 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