Is This Italy's Most Iconic Sword? Up and Close with The 1855 Sabre скачать в хорошем качестве

Is This Italy's Most Iconic Sword? Up and Close with The 1855 Sabre

Possibly the most iconic sword of Italy (together with the model 1833 Albertina, perhaps), the model 1855 sabre is a beautiful, practical, and comfortable weapon. Instantly recognizable thanks to its ebony grip, stirrup hilt, and curved blade with a clipped tip, this sword can still be found in countless varints, as Italian officers often enjoyed customizing their swords. From blade variations to hilt personalization, each 1855 is likely to surprise you in som way. However, where customization truly comes to life is in the blade decorations. From floral patterns to patriotic mottos, all the way to royal portraits, blades on these sabres often tell elaborate stories of political beliefs and passions that moved soldiers to the unification of Italy and to become a part of Italian history. In this video, we take a look at one such 1855, with all the characteristics mentioned above.