ABOUT ANCIENTSMITHY
Welcome to AncientSmithy Inc., where our passion for handmade craftsmanship began over a decade ago. What started as a fascination with artisanal knife-making has evolved into a globally recognized company—acknowledged even by the developers of the very game that inspired one of our signature products, the Leviathan axe.
Today, we operate out of four forges across Ukraine, bringing together talented blacksmiths from all over the country—some of whom are third-generation smiths. Our dedicated teams specialize in woodcarving, leatherwork, acid etching, and design, always striving to preserve and honor the traditions passed down by our ancestors.
Ukraine’s history stretches back over 1,000 years, intertwined with the era of Kievan Rus’. Throughout modern-day Ukrainian territory, archaeological evidence of Viking presence has been found—these settlers founded many of our ancient cities. Inspired by this rich heritage, we constantly research historical methods of forging and crafting tools and weapons, incorporating several of these traditional approaches into our work today.
AncientSmithy Inc. is registered in both Ukraine and the USA, and we are proud to showcase our products on platforms like Etsy, Amazon, eBay, and our own website. Each piece is crafted with care, reflecting the deep influence of Ukrainian craftsmanship and guided by feedback from our global community of customers.
Our team is the heart of AncientSmithy Inc.—their expertise and passion drive our success, enabling us to create unique, high-quality products that keep ancient traditions alive. Thank you for supporting our journey; with each purchase, you help preserve the craftsmanship and heritage that have shaped us for centuries.
Forged by Hand. Built to Last.
Each axe starts as raw steel, shaped under fire and hammer. No shortcuts — just old-school blacksmithing at its finest.
How We Forge
Hand-Carved. Deeply Personal.
Every detail is carved by hand — no lasers, no shortcuts. Just skill, patience, and a story etched into wood.
Leather or Kydex — Your Call.
Each sheath is made in-house — from hand-stitched leather to custom-molded Kydex. Built to fit. Built to last.
Built by Hand. Sharpened to Perform.
Each tomahawk is hand-assembled with solid pins for strength, then sharpened to a razor edge — ready for work or the wild.
Hand-Painted Runes. One by One.
Each rune is carefully painted by hand — brush to steel, symbol by symbol. No two pieces are ever the same.
Precision Etched. Built to Tell a Story.
We use high-precision laser engraving to add lasting marks to both steel and wood — for identity, meaning, or pure style.
Quality Checked. Zero Compromises.
Before we pack it, we double-check every detail — fit, finish, and function. If it’s not perfect, it doesn’t ship
Ready to Ship. Packed with Care
From our shelves to your hands — each product is carefully inspected, then packed by hand to ensure it arrives battle-ready.
OUR TEAM
Mykhailo
Founder
Max
Chief Operating Officer
Andrii
Master blacksmith
Yurii
Master blacksmith
Ihor
Master blacksmith
Iliy
Master blacksmith
Oleksiy
Wood carving master
Oleksandr
Wood carving master
Ruslan
Wood carving master
Vyktor
Wood carving master
Vasyl
Wood carving master
Dmytro
Leather master
Artem
Leather master
Maryna
Content manager
Serhii
Delivery manager
Valera
Engraving master
Anastasia
Photographer
Katya
Bookkeeper
Lena
Decoration manager
Tetiana
Content manager
Dmytro
Packager
Sergii
Designer
Ievgen
B2B manager
Anton Dudus
B2B manager in Scandinavian region
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