SpearsScandinavia, 9th–10th c.
Spearhead “Gungnir”
Leaf-shaped spearhead with a socket for the shaft, 1065 carbon steel
- Length
- 38 cm
- Weight
- 0.42 kg
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Blacksmith-made
Hand-forged spears and spearheads
The spear was the most common weapon of the Viking Age — cheaper than a sword and more effective in formation. I hand-forge leaf-shaped, winged and lozenge spearheads with a forged socket for the shaft, as well as complete spears on ash shafts.
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At a glance
- Head length
- 20–45 cm
- Socket diameter
- 22–28 mm
- Steel
- C70, 1065
- Shaft
- ash, 180–220 cm
- Head weight
- 0.2–0.6 kg
- Decoration
- engraving, inlay
Types of spearheads
A leaf-shaped spearhead has a broad, flat, leaf-like blade — it cuts and thrusts well. A winged spearhead (with “wings” at the base) stops the blade going in too deep and helps bind the opponent's weapon. A narrow lozenge spearhead with a thick cross-section was made for piercing mail.
Each of my spearheads has a socket rolled hot, which fits onto the shaft and is fixed with a rivet or nail. The socket can be decorated with engraving or with copper or brass wire inlay — just like on 9th–10th-century spearheads.
Spearhead or complete spear?
A spearhead alone is a good choice for re-enactors who have their own shafts, and for collectors — it looks great on a wall or stand. A complete spear I fit on an ash shaft matched to your height; parcels over 150 cm are quoted individually.
Frequently asked
How do I fit a spearhead on a shaft?
The end of the shaft is tapered to fit the socket, the head is pushed on tight and fixed with a rivet or nail through the hole in the socket. I give the socket diameter for every spearhead, so you can easily match a shaft.
How long was a Viking spear?
Usually 2–3 metres including the shaft. Shorter spears (about 1.8–2 m) were for close fighting and throwing, longer ones for fighting in formation.
Is the spearhead sharpened?
Working spearheads are sharpened; re-enactment spearheads are blunted with a rounded point. You'll find this information on every product.
