Artist: Brendan Olszowy

Email: brendan@fableblades.com

Post: POBox 382 Serpentine, Western Australia 6125

Solveig

990 Au$

Solveig translates litterally as "Sun Strength", derived from Old Norse mythology. Sól is the Norse Sun Goddess, pulled across the sky on her chariot by her horses Arvak and Alsvid (represented in the brass insets in the pommel). She is Chased relentlessly by the wolf Sköll. Sometime Sköll almost catches her, giving us an eclipse.

This Langseax inspired blade is engraved with runes from the Elder Futhark spelling the Maori Proverb: "Turn your face to the sun, The shadows fall behind you". A spiritual metaphor.

Specs:
Weight: 1180g (2lb 9.7oz)
Overall Length: 80cm (31.5”)
Blade Length: 62cm (24.4”)
Hilt Length: 18cm (7.1”)
Grip Length: 13.5cm (5.3”)
Point of Balance: 12cm (4.7”) from guard

The Grip after waxing: