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  1. Viking Age arms and armour - Wikipedia

    Viking weapons were not only functional tools for warfare but also symbols of status and prestige as mentioned above. The quality and decoration of the Vikings weapons were integral to their value, …

  2. Viking weapons - National Museum of Denmark

    In the Viking Age a number of different types of weapons were used: swords, axes, bows and arrows, lances and spears. The Vikings also used various aids to protect themselves in combat: shields, …

  3. A complete guide to Viking weaponry - The Viking Herald

    Feb 9, 2023 · Beautifully crafted weapons were not only acquired for practical purposes but only as a sign of prestige, wealth, and conspicuous consumption. Swords, chain mail, and helmets cost small …

  4. Viking Weapons: From Farm Tools to War Weaponry

    Jun 23, 2023 · Viking Weapons: What Kind of Weapons Did the Vikings Use? Among the most prominent Viking weapons are axes, knives, swords, spears, lance, as well as bows and arrows. The …

  5. Battle-ready warriors: Viking weapons and armour explained

    Explore Viking weapons and armor, from swords and axes to chainmail and shields. Learn how Norse warriors crafted, used, and valued their gear in battle and society.

  6. 17 Deadly Viking Weapons list: Ancient Battlefield Masters

    Feb 17, 2025 · 17 Viking weapons list that dominated ancient battlefields. Learn about Ulfberht swords, bearded axes, and more. Explore Norse ingenuity now!

  7. Viking Weapons and Armor (Swords, Axes, Spears, Etc.)

    Bows and arrows were the fourth major type of Viking weapon, in addition to axes, swords, and spears. Bows were made of wood, arrowheads of iron, flight-ends of feathers, and quivers of wood or leather.

  8. The Arsenal of the Norse: A Guide to Viking Weapons

    Jun 25, 2025 · The tools of war used by Viking warriors were not only practical instruments of battle but also symbols of status, belief, and identity. This article delves deeply into the different types of Viking …

  9. Viking Weapons List: The Tools of Norse Warriors - Knights Templar

    Central to their fearsome reputation were the weapons they wielded. This article delves deep into the arsenal of Viking weaponry, highlighting their unique construction, usage, and historical significance.

  10. Viking Weapons, Armor & Combat Techniques: A Complete Guide

    Jan 21, 2026 · We talked to ancient weaponry expert Dash Rendar to learn what Viking weapons actually looked like, how they were used, and what combat techniques were like during the Vikings’ …