Trails of Middle Earth | Lord of the Rings Tours on Instagram: "Unboxing Gimli’s Bearded Axe A closer look at one of Middle Earth’s most iconic weapons. Gimli’s axe was made for close combat, built to withstand brutal battles and take down orcs with strength and precision. Solid, heavy, and full of character, it’s easy to imagine it swinging through the chaos of Helm’s Deep. This is the kind of detail you can see up close on our tours, where movie props and real filming locations come together!