Projectiles tend to go farther with a finger in the punt.

Nothing like putting your thumb in the punt to open up that anulus...

Funny this popped up in my recommended after Alton broke a bottle trying to saber it today on live stream lol

I’ve never broken a bottle in my life when performing sabrage, but I do collect swords and have to say, Alton is quite an expert if he can pull it out with that specific sabre. The one he has is a 1822/1840 Cavalry Sabre, a very heavy and long sabre. Often known as the “wristbreaker” for how heavy it was. Placing such heavy blade over the bottle and then attempting to open it with it is quite a challenge. For beginners I recommend briquet sabres, spadroons, or other thin and light blade sabres.

Came for the trick

I've never watched this guy before, but he has a telescopic fork, so I think I need to subscribe.

2014 Alton: do not try this at home, but if you insist, follow these very specific steps

I came back after Slow Mo Guys to see how its done properly.

Please do not try this at home.

Who’s here after the failed bottle chop on quarantine quitchen?

Alton, my knife had the pleasure of being signed by you a few years ago. I think it's time for it to fulfill its ultimate purpose. Champagne, we're coming for ya. Thanks for the how-to!

so a sharp blow to the annulus with a sword is enough to get a pop?

The classiest way to open a bottle. You're awesome. Please never stop doing these.

"Odds are you're not cool enough anyway, and you'll just come off looking like a

I freaking love Alton Brown. He's my favorite TV personality. He's witty, intelligent, charming, and damn good at conveying instructions.

And I just came from the Hot Ones episode to watch this piece of the internet.

I cannot express with words the joy I felt when I realized Alton was making KZfaq videos. It has not dissipated.

4:20

Classiest American out there...

Alton, you're awesome. Your presentation is whimsical and informative. Quality videos with a great host, keep up coming!