The winner is: @byohazrd13 If I don't hear from him/her in 7 days, I will pick another winner. GIVEAWAY INFO! The giveaway will end February 19th and the winner will be announced in THIS comment. If you re the winner and you don't reach out to me in seven days, I will pick another winner. Subscribe to my channel and leave a comment including the word "Cross" to enter the giveaway. Please check back February 19th to see if you are the winner, you have no idea how many people have won before but have not bothered to check. Important! Be wary of scammers, I have caught a few of them impersonating me, trying to trick people inte to contacting them. Always check back to this comment to see if the winner has been announced. Another thing to look carefully at is the name tag of the person writing. mine is "@nilsogren" , they usually have weird tags promting people to reach out via telegram or so. DONT engage with them. Thank you for watching! /Nils

So nice to watch someone create a piece of art for half an hour with no loud music or jumpcuts every few minutes, that makes me really cross, great content.

I really enjoy how everything in the process of creating this Viking Cross Axe was done by hand. No power hammers or presses just good old fashioned craftsmanship. You created an amazing axe! Well done.

Cross , beautiful work. It is refreshing to watch a true smith instead of all the grinders on KZfaq . Thank you.

The sheer skill you showed in forging the cross blew me away.

As a viking age re-enactor (living history enthousiast) and blacksmith, this is the best of two worlds for me! I forged some simple carving knifes and seaxes last september on Wilde Furda, an event dedicated to portraying life in the viking age! Given how difficult it was to forge using only a small anvil, charcoal and a pair of bellows as portrayed on the Sigurdstone, I can't imagine how skilled you had to be to make this in the viking age! Expecially when you realize that every single forge weld is a potential weak spot, forging welding the cross into this specific axe must have been a hugely risky way of going about it. In metallurgical research on the tools found in the Mastermyr chest we see they definetly knew how to do this well. I wonder how the vikings themselves viewed those who mastered the art of metalworking...

I've always wondered how these types of cross axes were made. It's such a cool design. I would gladly trade my firstborn son for the chance to own an axe like this.

Very, very impressive! This might be the most impressive axe build video I've seen on KZfaq! It was amazing seeing someone do traditional blacksmith Forging instead of cutting, milling and grinding! I don't have anything against those types of builds, I actually really enjoyed watching them, but it's a completely different thing watching this masterpiece be truly forged!

Nils, it is genuinely nice seeing a craftsman, like yourself, using traditional hand forging techniques when designing and reproducing this "Viking Cross Axe" period piece. Too many Blacksmith forgers rely too heavily on modern hydraulic presses for the quicker finished product. Which to me, doesn't accurately represent a traditional style reproduction of any period items.

Nils, it's so rare to run a "cross" your level of talent, would be an honor to own a piece of your work

i really appreciate doing this the old way. no power tools, no temperature controlled ovens, just pure skill and love for the craft. Awesome Cross axe !

what a master piece ! well done ! Cross :) Im a beginner, i tried to make my first axe and used your asymetric technic unfortunatly my forge welding didn't stick, i have much to learn. thank you for your truly inspiring work !

Nice job, I love watching guys like you making pieces from scratch, molding and shaping a chunk of steel into a work of art. It's a dying art. The "cross" is a cool touch, means something to me as it represents the "ONE" who sacrificed it all to save a wretch like me. Thanks and keep up the content, I loved the bearded ax you made as well.

It turned out rather nice. It seems like it would be a fully functional fighting axe. Not strong enough to withstand heavy use on trees but more than good enough to kill your enemies. Since humans have always liked to look good and have the coolest tools, there is no reason to believe that the originals were only for ceremonial use.

This is the most beautifull craxt i've ever seen! Thank you so much for sharing this Cross Axt video. I enjoyed your craftmanship over the top! During our times and due to the actual problems, all europeans have to face at the moment, the strong meaning of something beautifull like this, representing the history of europe and its people and more important: of the ancient, the pure and the real europeans, can't be overestimated. Its a masterpeace and for usage, the 12 layers at the blade is what it has to have and they are enough to win....! Regards, by Odin! Jan

What a precision there with the hammer, also quite the welds with the forge. Beautiful work.

Thanks for taking the time to teach! No doubt it slows you down, but so appreciated by those of us who are trying to learn. The cross axe is a special piece of art!

You have developed some serious skills…a man who understands the concept of “what you think about you will become” I have a sincere hope that someday our paths will cross…what a beautiful work of art, hopefully it’s endures as long as some of the original Viking cross axes…respect!!!

Loved watching you make the cross axe especially with the original techniques showing your proper skill instead of letting power hammers do all the forging and grinders doing all the grinding (except the end ofcourse) Cheers from a cross the ocean in Australia!

I love this cross axe, the amount of skill you are showing is astounding. I want to learn to forge more and more each video like this that I see. Keep it up!

This is a really beautiful "Cross" axe, well done! Cross axes seem to fit a really niche part of history, and I think your work on this cross axe has definitely showed your skill in forging!

Marvelous piece of work Nils! As a lifelong student of Viking era weapons and culture, I've always been fascinated by this cross design, representing such a fascinated moment in history where cultures and beliefs clashed and melded, not unlike with the pierced cross tomahawks traded along the early American frontier. Always excited to see what you explore and produce next!

Watching you with your amazing craft abilities had me glued to the screen from start to end, I actually watched again straight after, you sir are amazing, you have a great ability and are very interesting and watchable, you just gained a fan.

It was such a joy to watch this Cross axe be made! Amazing craftsmanship

You are just an amazing blacksmith! Nice and intricate work on this Cross-Axe!!!

The Cross in the axe is amazing! You did a really exceptional job at recreating this piece of art! I have always wondered how they might have done this. I've watched most of your other videos as well and follow you along for quite a while! I also forge - just as a hobby of mine - and I just learn so much from you and others who are fine craftsmen and show how you achieve your stunning results! Anyway, I am really happy that you are back and forging away again! It is good to have you back! And the more of 2000 comments show that other people feel the same! All the best and lots of success! Jasmine

I've never heard of a cross axe before but I have to say that is the most awesome looking axe I've seen. Just by looking at it I would have never guessed how it was accomplished. But after watching it, it makes sense. Truly an amazing build. God bless

This is the first time i came a"cross" your channel, always glad to see great talent, you have earned a sub!

I was scrolling for a bearded timber axe, but ended up watching you forte this beautiful cross-axe. You put in so much love in all your works! Thanks for sharing with us!

What an amazing axe. Loved seeing the process of making the different parts at forging them together to make such a beautiful Viking cross axe. Pretty enough to be a wall hanger, but tough enough to use. Great combination.

It's amazing how skilled you are a - cross all those different techniques. And everything was done with hand tools which makes it even better

Beautiful craftsmanship on the cross axe. Truly impressive work

I was going to say “Cross me off the list.” But having seen the beauty of the finished Axe I have changed my mind. Great work. Thank you for posting.

You certainly are the master of forge welding. It seems like alot people avoid it for fear of failure. You make it look so easy and unique. It is odd to have a cross on a weapon.

I Love this piece so much! The history, the kind of forging with the Cross inside,... Insane!

In construction, a "cross-bracing" technique is commonly used to reinforce structures and distribute loads. Cross-bracing involves placing diagonal members (often made of steel or wood) between vertical or horizontal members to increase stability and prevent lateral movement. This technique is particularly effective in earthquake-prone areas and tall buildings to ensure structural integrity and safety.

I love the cross section of this axe! As always, a very interesting video to watch! I especially appreciate the fact that you were almost only using hand tools and as minimal power tools as possible. This really gives a good insight into how blackmiths would have worked back then.

I like the complexity including the "CROSS" but most of all I thoroughly appreciate you not using any power tools very impressive I am an aspiring blacksmith and to see someone accomplish something beautiful and not use power tools was very inspiring!!! Well done sir!!!

Cross! That is so amazing how you can turn just some regular steel into something so awesome. Actually my 1st time watching and I quite enjoyed watching you work. Kind of ASMR like. I will continue to watch and watch some of your previous work.

The way he welded the cross was BRILLIANT!!!

You are a guy who makes cool axes! It's such a specific dedication. Watching you master this classic art form fascinates me. From the "beginner's guide to axe-making" to the taco technique to this cross-axe, your skill development is inspiring!

This cross comment will axe my chances of winning.

I absolutely love how this cross axe came out, I'm still a newbie to forging and this is nothing short of inspiring to see come to life. I hope to be able to do something like this one day

That is the best cross axe I've ever seen. Excellent skills my brother. Love it! Nice work sir.

Love watching all of your work, and craftsmanship. The historical background of this cross axe is particularly interesting.

det är härligt att se en svensk smid, dessutom en som gör allt för hand! älskar slutresultatet viste inta att en viking cross yxa passade så bra ihop. och videon gav mig motivation att fortsätta med mina egna prospekt.

Beautiful Cross Axe. A very nice copy of an original design. Thank you for showing us the build.

I just stumbled across your channel and had to watch till the end to see how you managed to get the Cross shape in there. Now to look up the history of such axes.

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Wow forge welding a cross was cool to see! When i saw it finnished i had to watch and see how he did the "CROSS" inside! craftsmanship is amazing! Such a beautiful peace! And Razor sharp too! Amazing!

This is the first video KZfaq offered me with someone forging anything let alone something with a Cross in it. I have to say the CROSS Axe is an artistic wonder. What are the dimensions of the CROSS Axe? What does the CROSS Axe weigh? I will be watching your other videos. After reviewing your channel I see that the CROSS Axe is just the tip of the iceberg in the amazing work you do. Keep it up.

Viking CROSS Axe The axe is one of the oldest tools developed by humans; since the Neolithic age, it has been a symbol of battle and work. All ancient traditions associated the axe with lightning, water, and fertility, and attributed to it the power of making or stopping rain. It is a symbol of spiritual penetration and fertilization, as it opens the ground. The twin-bladed axe is often associated with the Hindu thunderbolt, so it is a symbol of celestial illumination. Related to the ox because of its shape, and can be a general talisman of strength. EDIT: Thanks for the beautiful work

I love your work and the fact that your not using power tool is also impressive good jobs on this ‘’cross’’ viking axes cant wait to see more of your video !!!

That is a pretty cool axe. i thank you for not smoothing down the whole head, it looks really cool without it being smoothed down. The integration of a complex shape, in this case a "cross", is really cool

I just came a”cross” your channel and am a huge fan! The cinematics were amazing and you are incredibly talented

Amazing work. Love the Cross axe. I will be researching more about the history of it for sure.

Very interesting method in form8ng the Cross. I would've never thought about a pinch and draw on that small of a piece. Also, I'm a big fan of the lower layer count Damascus. It doesn't feel as "busy" as a high count and it looks bolder as well as making it easier to appreciate the seems of different steels.

The workmanship Here in making this cross axe is so great to watch well done on learning a new process. And the end result shows Ur skill

Very satisfying to watch you work, and shape the axe head. Thank you. *

I hope to never cross the path of an angry Viking wielding an axe as sharp and historic as the cross axe you have created. Great video , Very unusual axe, amazing workmanship.

As the original makers of this axe once crossed the sea, may this one cross it once again. Amazing craftmanship

Amazing work Nils, beautiful Cross axe

That "CROSS" axe is awesome! I want to get in to blacksmithing and the stuff you do is my dream. Thank you

Glad you expanded your knowledge by making the Viking Cross Axe

Sometimes I think blacksmithing would be a fun hobby. Then a video like this comes along and I realize it’s an incredible amount of work. Well done. 👌

I love the way this cross was made. You have beautiful skill

That “cross” axe is absolutely stunning

A real cross -merizing peace of art! Started learning forge welding, but the beginning is not too easy. Deffo giving it another crack, this cross axe sparked so many possibilities! Cheers 🤠

Cross… you got yourself a new subscriber, I’m currently building a forge and have been working my blacksmithing skills to make axes like the cross axe but with a mjolnir in place of the cross

I've always seen the cross sword and it's always been really interesting to me. I've taken a lot of inspiration from the viking era in writing ideas for my book.

your work is always incredible. watching your process on the cross axe was really fun and educational!

Your videos have inspired me to start forging! I've found a local smith and I'm doing a work exchange for forge time! I hope someday I can try forging a cross axe too.

That's the first cross axe I've seen made. Looks beautiful 👏🏻

I crossed off subscribing to you but only because I’ve come across such talent for your craft. This video made me want to begin working with metal, and we’ve got a small warehouse in Frazier park. Need to chop lots firewood too. This would help me cross both things off that list🤣

This axe is awesome and the Cross is the best detail. Well done!

I loved watching a piece of mystery as the ceremonial axe being recreated to create interest in the skill and craftmanship of the past.

Great video! Loved the axe. Love seeing talented people plying their trade. Cross for entry into drawing.

Incredible skill is needed to forge a cross shape into an axe like this. Enjoyed watching, Thank You.

I'm glad that this video cross ed thru my flow. A real work of art.

forging is fascinating to watch. I work in wood, so steel is strange to me, but your creativity is always interesting to watch and marvel over. The cross axe especially.

Well done not too shabby for you first attempt you're definitely have weathered the unique process of forging metal thumbs up bro

Thais ax is gorgeous! I really like the CROSS that is forged into it.

Super interesting methods you've used to re-create this Cross-axe. My best mate is Scandinavian, so this would be an awesome gift for him!

As a historian I always wanted such a magnificent Viking Cross Axe :)

Your videos are new to me . I want to say how much I appreciate you saying pattern welded rather than Damascus 🤓💪❤️

The cross axe came out great. Very interesting techniques, taco slicing was a new thing to me. Worked out great for the Damascus edge and slotting the cross in. Was wondering how you were going to go about that. 👏👏👏

Awesome work! I've never seen a Cross axe before but that is one of the coolest axes I've ever seen

Awesome job, very enjoyable to watch.

very relaxing to watch you make axes

Wonderfully made, very interesting application of forge welding! Haven't tried forge welding yet, but you got me motivated to start experimwnting with some cool coal fire pokers! This video was played automatically by KZfaq, so when you said you were going to split the rectangular part of the axe head blank in half, I was really puzzled, until you shored the picture. I guess it didn't... cross ...my mind to check the thumbnail on my phone ;)

I’ve never seen an axe with a cross in it. Very unique and quite impressive build! Keep up the videos!

Beautiful techniques and very tecnical. Maybe one day I´ll be able to forge one of these Cross Axes! Thank you for teaching how!

Beautifully done Cross Axe!!

Nils! Your ability to get all this from nothing is absolutely mind blowing! Awesome job bro

I’ll climb any mountain, hike any canyon, and cross any ocean for that beauty of an axe. I watched you make the thing and it’s still mind boggling to me

I just came a-Cross this youtube channel. It's a pity that I haven't heard/seen anything from you yet, but I will definitely follow you for more and of course would love to win this lovely made Cross Axe. Even if you think this could have been done better if you would start over, I definitely think this is an eye catcher on one of my next medieval market visits this year and would get me into many conversations here. 🤩

CROSS WHAT AWSOME WORK. THANKS FOR SHARING. I TRULY LOVE HAND CRAFTED TOOLS LIKE THIS !! 👍🏽👍🏽

This CROSS axe is so awesome, I really enjoy watching you make things on this channel.

Awsome work with the forge and the camera thanks for the video! The Cross Axe is awesome hope to get my hands on it.

Really impressive mate! You have some serious talent. I’m glad I came (a)cross this!