Bronze Age Flanged Axe Head Replica

This hand-cast flanged axe head replica is inspired by tools used during the Bronze Age, when metalworking innovations transformed everyday life and craftsmanship. The flanges along the sides of the axe head helped secure it more firmly to a wooden handle, making it a significant development over earlier flat axe designs.

Cast from brass and finished with an authentic bronze appearance, this replica closely reflects the look and weight of original Bronze Age examples. Its solid feel makes it particularly suitable for handling sessions, allowing learners to appreciate both the form and function of prehistoric tools.

Key Features

• Type: Bronze Age flanged axe head replica
• Casting: Hand-cast
• Material: Brass with a bronze-effect finish
• Design: Flanged sides for secure hafting
• Suitable for handling, display, and comparison with other prehistoric tools

Dimensions & Weight

• Size: 130 mm x 115 mm
• Weight: Approx. 500 g

Educational Notes

• Supports learning about Bronze Age technology and metalworking
• Demonstrates advances in tool design and hafting methods
• Useful for discussing prehistoric woodworking and forest clearance
• Ideal for KS2 and KS3 History, archaeology, and DT links
• Encourages comparison with Stone Age and Iron Age axe heads