I was a bit sceptical of the quality of this sword when i first looked at the very reasonable price but after it arriving today i am delighted to say that it is absolutely fantastic! The finnish that has been used on it makes it look aged, but not to the point that it ruins the look of the blade. The grip on the handle is very secure and adds to the charm of this piece. Overall i am extremely pleased with it and most certainly will be buying other products off this website.