Winged Broad Viking Spearhead

For collectors of Norse arms, the Viking spear head remains one of the most important and often overlooked pieces of the warrior’s kit. Swords carried status, but the spear was the dependable weapon that appeared again and again across the Viking world. This Winged Broad Viking Spear captures that practical heritage with a bold profile, broad blade, and commanding wings that make it a striking centrepiece for any display of Viking weapons, early medieval arms, or living history gear.

In the Viking Age, spears were among the most common weapons carried by Northmen from Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Iceland, and beyond. They served in close combat, in formation, and as throwing weapons depending on the design and the needs of the fighter. Winged spear forms are especially interesting to collectors because the side projections helped control penetration and made retrieval easier, while also giving the head a distinctive silhouette. That combination of battlefield practicality and recognisable historical style makes the winged spear one of the most compelling spear patterns for a Norse collection.

Hand forged by Windlass Steelcrafts from high carbon steel, this Viking spear head measures 22 1/2 inches overall with a 12 1/4 inch cutting edge and approximately 17 1/2 inches from the bottom of the wings to the tip. The wings span 5 inches wide, while the socket measures 1 3/8 inches wide for mounting to a suitable wooden dowel. The edges are not sharpened, making it ideal for display, costume, or collection use. Whether mounted as a wall piece or added to a custom pole for presentation, it brings real Viking character to any historical arms display.