The inset shows the cross section as a T. This increases the rigidity and overall strength. A weapon designed to pierce armour and allow a secondary thrusting attack. Inspired by an illustration in a gaming book.
A greataxe with a sunburst accent. The sunburst itself would be bronze. The studded shaft is covered in leather. This would also function as an urgosh in a 3E campaign.
This maul is constructed from a hardwood log. The two ends of the head have been capped with steel, to increase striking power and prevent splitting. This is the sort of thing you use when you want to hit something and have it stay hit...