Infantry glaive with leather guard

This high-quality weapon is a ceremonial sword. It was used until 1866 in the military and until 1970 in the National Guard's fire brigade. This sword was used during the Second Empire. Today, it is intended for active non-commissioned officers in artillery regiments or firefighters.

The Balp brand was established in 1830, in reference to the finest French weapon forges. Its reputation and top-quality production spread across France and beyond its borders. Subsequent generations wanted to uphold the tradition and know-how.

Therefore, we have the pleasure and honor to present to you the BALP brand, which remains a benchmark of quality. Their team, with experience stemming from four generations of forging tradition, guarantees genuine expertise in their products. The development of the BALP brand is also part of a changing world, where the know-how of various countries has been combined to offer ceremonial equipment meeting the needs of major armies.

The development of all sabers and swords is based on original models. The brand aims to stand out by returning to traditions consistent with works from the era. Therefore, they wish to present sabers and swords worthy of history.

All BALP sabers, swords, and daggers are hand-forged, in accordance with traditional knowledge passed down through generations. A guarantee of quality, solidified by the passion of highly skilled master forgers.

The brand supplies models to the national navy, ministries of defense, ministries of internal affairs, as well as to officers of major military schools, such as the National Gendarmerie Officer School, Coëtquidan schools (Saint Cyr, EMIA...), but also schools, ministries, regiments, and military centers in many countries.