The Anglo-Saxon Broken Back Seax dagger dates back to the 6th century and is believed to have been used by the Saxons of the Germanic tribes. It was used as a small close combat weapon and was also used as a daily utility knife. There are different types of seax daggers, the remains of which are found in different parts of Europe. They differ in length, width, and size. The handles are made as an assumption of their historical context; only the blades were found in the originals.