Francisca Axe

The Francisca throwing axe recreates one of the most distinctive weapons associated with the early medieval Franks. Recognizable by its gracefully curved head, upswept point and downward sweeping cutting edge, the Francisca offers a striking profile for historical collectors, early medieval enthusiasts and reenactors interested in the arms of the Migration Period and Merovingian world.

The Francisca is most strongly associated with the Franks of the 5th through 7th centuries, rather than being primarily a Viking weapon. Historical accounts and archaeological finds connect this characteristic axe with Frankish warriors, who are particularly famous for using throwing axes in battle. The curved profile gave the Francisca a distinctive appearance that separated it from many other early medieval axe forms. Its historical association with the Franks has made it one of the most recognizable axes of the period.

This reproduction features a forged axe head with a fire-grey finish that complements its early medieval styling. The curved cutting edge flows into the characteristic upswept point, while the hardwood shaft features a swelled end designed to help retain the axe head securely. Weighing approximately 1 lb 3 oz, this Francisca brings the unmistakable form of the Frankish throwing axe to a historical arms collection.