Francisca Axe with Leather Cover

<p><span>The <strong>Francesca</strong> or </span><strong style="font-size: 0.875rem;">Francisca </strong><span style="font-size: 0.875rem;">axe was used by the Franks of the Merovingian dynasty between the 5th and 8th centuries. This type of axe was used for both close combat and as a short range missile. At the time the Franks were well known for their weapon smiths and exported all types of weapons all over Europe.</span><span style="font-size: 0.875rem;"> Made by one of our Man At Arms forges.</span></p> <p><strong>Specifications:</strong><br><span>Blade Length: 6.6875" from blade edge to back of head</span><br>Blade Edge: 3.6875"<br><span>Overall Length: 19.375”</span><br><span>Weight: 1.0 lbs 15oz</span><br><span>P.O.B.: 3.0'' Below Head</span><span></span></p> <p><strong>Features:</strong><br><span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em>Forged</em></span> 1090 carbon steel blade, blade sharp.  </span></p>