French Napoleonic Briquet Short Sword

Windlass Steelcrafts

SKU:
#
501867
UPC:
802706505114
Minimum Purchase:
1 unit
Maximum Purchase:
50 units
$249.95
Excelling as a close-quarters and melee weapon, this slightly upswept blade could be used for slashing, but because of its length and thickness, it was also an excellent stabbing weapon. Napoleon’s infantry units, artillery, grenadiers, NCO’s and corporals traipsed much of Europe with this shiny cohort at their sides. And after a victory, it was perfect for opening Champagne bottles!
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OVERVIEW

This short saber was introduced in 1767, preceding the French Revolution, as a replacement for heavier and cumbersome swords like the fusilier’s Ä“pÄ“e. It was instantly derided for its modest dimensions and nicknamed “Briquet” (”fire lighter”) and the name stuck and became official in 1806.

Excelling as a close-quarters and melee weapon, the slightly upswept blade could be used for slashing, but because of its length and thickness, it was also an excellent stabbing weapon. Napoleon’s infantry units, artillery, grenadiers, NCO’s and corporals traipsed much of Europe with this shiny cohort at their sides. This sword wasn’t always involved with grisly work, it was also used as a field tool. And after a victory, it was perfect for opening Champagne bottles! Distally tapered, it comes from the factory sharpened and includes a leather scabbard with brass throat and chape.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Overall Length 27"
Blade Length 21-1/4"
Blade Thickness 9/32" thick at hilt, 1/8" thick 1" from tip
Blade Material 1075 High Carbon Steel
Weight 2 lbs / 4 oz
Edge Sharpened
Scabbard Leather with Brass Throat and Chape