Sabrage Champagne Sword

Sabrage is a technique for opening a champagne bottle with a saber, used for ceremonial occasions. The force of the blunt blade hitting the lip breaks the glass to separate the collar from the neck of the bottle. A tradition that is finding its way into weddings feasts, parties, and formal dinner is that of beheading a bottle of champagne with a sabre specially made for the occasions. Begun as a means of showing off their skill on horseback, the hussards under Napoleon's command celebrated their victories by "sabring" off the top of the bottle of champagne. Sword size: 45cm L x 4cm W Box size: 50cm L x 15cm W x 6cm H