SA0103 French 18th cent. “champagne sabre”

French 18th cent. “champagne sabre”
This is the most often used type of sword to
open champagne bottles!The old French
tradition of the “Sabrage” cracking of
champagne bottles has become a popular party
gag, which you can now enjoy as
well.Instructions how to do it are easily found
under google searchwords sabrage, champagne
swords, etc.This is a replica of the pattern AnIX
French infantry hanger. It is a short sword and
was introduced as a standard weapon into many
European states’ infantries in the 19th century.It
has a cast brass handguard and a curved steel
blade 45 cms./17.5″ long.Total length of sword
(blade in black leather scabbard with brass
furniture) is 62 cms/24″. Weight : 1.1 kgs/ 2.3
lbs.It is ideal for roll play and display