The Briquet saber is a short saber (compared to cavalry sabers) called m1806 by collectors, due to its year of introduction into the Napoleonic army.
"The Briquet" like other white weapons of the time, has its origin in the beginnings of the French Revolution. It is an infantry saber used by Napoleonic troops: Infantry, Grenadiers and Artillery.
The main users were: non-commissioned officers, corporals and privates of the elite troops, such as the imperial guard, grenadiers, hunters, etc. Despite its utilitarian and decorative appearance, it was an effective and dangerous weapon.
Secondary and last resort type, it was very useful in case of being immersed in melee without having a bayonet fixed to the rifle. For example, it meant a safe-conduct of salvation for any servant of an artillery crew who was attacked while handling the cannons, and who, due to their mission, could not carry rifles.