Historical context :

The model 1882 infantry officer saber is a French saber, adopted in 1882 by the Artillery Service for senior and junior infantry officers.

The inspiration for the 1882 model comes from the fantasy infantry saber of the African army. This model devotes the system of attaching the scabbard to a single bail, which has become a standard: it is the first saber model which has only one original bail.

The original saber is quite simple, which pushes many officers to have "fancy" models made, keeping the standard blade, but modifying the frame (number of branches, various metals, etc.)2.

This model had its heyday during the war of 1914-18. It was worn by officers in outgoing uniform until August 13, 1925, the date of its repeal. It now equips the cadets of the National School of Fire Officers.

Unlike the model 1845 for junior infantry officers which has a corresponding model for senior officers, the 1882 infantry officer saber is regulatory for all officers, juniors and superiors of infantry. You can even find regulatory 1882 models bearing the general's stars on the beak of the tray.

Total length : 101 cm

Length without sheath : 98 cm

Blade length : 85 cm

Handle length : 13 cm

Blade width : 2 cm

Description :

Very beautiful infantry officer's saber, clean blade, engraved on the heel probably '' PARIS F B D '' (to be verified), with a central groove, fits perfectly into its sheath. The handle is in white metal, no watermark, sheath in its juice with a ring! Piece found in Gerpinnes in Belgium, in its original state for any informed collector, passionate about WW1. Very pleasant to hold in the hands and even more pleasant to observe in the window!

LOT : SABER + SCABBARD

This superb piece will wonderfully decorate your virtine or complete your collection of weapons dedicated to WW1 and the courageous French army. It is a magnificent witness to the Châtellerault factory as well as the workforce of its manufacturers. Magnificent and rare piece, don't hesitate

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RARE ALSO COMPLETE AND 100% ORIGINAL

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ATTENTION : The piece is unique, there is no duplicate.

SHIPPING

Europe : 35 euros

Poland and Bulgaria : 50 euros

China, Canada, U.S.A .: 100 euros (By Fedex)

Do not let this unique collector's item escape you, there will not be for everyone.

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