Musketeer with Rifle Christmas Wooden Nutcracker 15 in by Wizardi F07M14-36-N01845B

Bring a dashing musketeer to the holidays with this wooden Christmas nutcracker by Wizardi — a proud guard in a red cap with a gold sunburst emblem, a green-and-white checkered tunic with red and navy sleeves trimmed in gold braid, and a long white beard. He holds a long rifle at his side, with green-and-gold striped legs and black boots with diamond accents on a red, navy and gold striped drum base.

A little collector's folklore: the king's musketeers were the most famous guards in Paris, sworn to protect the crown day and night. Collectors say this one guards the Christmas presents with the same devotion — one for all, and all for one.

Why this nutcracker: if you love a traditional nutcracker with extra detail, his checkered tunic and striped drum base give him a rich, collectible look. He works with classic red and green decor, and at 15 inches he is a handsome piece for a mantel or bookshelf.

In the box: one Musketeer nutcracker in painted wood with a white faux-fur beard, packed in a red gift box with a window. A decorative nutcracker, not intended for cracking nuts. Ready to display, no assembly needed.

Stand him with the halberdier (F07M14-36-N01845A), the checkerboard king (F07M14-36-N01845C) and the drummer (F07M14-36-N01845D), or flank the fireplace with a matching pair. Dust with a soft, dry brush and keep away from moisture and heat. A decoration, not a toy.

Size: 38 cm tall (15 in). Classic Christmas mantel decor, and a handsome gift for nutcracker collectors and history lovers.