Product description
This short saber is based on Napoleonic originals that were introduced as early as 1767. Prior to the French Revolution, as a replacement for heavier and cumbersome swords such as the fusilier ēpēe. It was immediately criticized for its modest size and was nicknamed "Briquet" ("fire lighter"), which later became official in 1806. This saber has a blade made of 1074 carbon steel with a hardness of 50 HRC. Excelling as a weapon for close combat, the slightly upward blade could be used to make cutting movements. However, its length and thickness also made it ideally suited as a stabbing weapon. Napoleon's infantry units, artillery, grenadiers, non-commissioned officers and corporals toured large parts of Europe with this shining cohort. This saber was not exclusively involved in gruesome work; it also served as a field tool. And after a win it was perfect for opening champagne bottles! This briquet saber is supplied with a leather sheath. The scabbard has a brass point and top.
Details:
Length: 68.58 cm
Blade length: 52.7 cm
Blade width: 1.75 cm
Weight: 1.09 kg
Material: 1074 carbon steel 50 HRC
Edge: semi-sharp
Delivery: includes scabbard.
Based on a historical original
Shipment weight (g): 1500 *
We do not sell this product to customers under the age of 18. Click here for more information on the European arms acts.
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
Prevent rust and corrosion by oiling your weapons regularly. Remove rust easily with black sandpaper. Remove burrs with a whetstone. Make sure you have removed all burrs before using a battle-ready weapon, as they can cause wounds.
Tip: How to adjust the finish of your armour and weaponry
Luxurious (polished)- polish the steel with metal polish or toothpaste. You can even give the item a mirror-like polish. Test on a small surface first!
Handmade (matte)- soak the steel in cola for 40 minutes to 20 hours. Check regularly and treat with black sandpaper.
Antique (patinated) leave the steel to rust for some time in a damp environment, preferably outside. Remove the red layer of rust, to reveal the corroded top layer.
Please note. After finishing the product yourself, the warranty and return right expire. Celtic WebMerchant is not responsible for the obtained result."
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
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