If King Arthur actually existed many historians place him as a war leader seeking to halt the invasion of the Saxons after the fall of Rome. There are many indications that England did, after a time of much strife, have a brief period of peace and prosperity in what is now called "The Dark Ages". The functional Excalibur sword is of a type that was widely in use during this period and would be what a hard fighting warrior would prefer. Nicely balanced, well tempered functional high carbon stel blade offset with antiqued brass parts. Period scabbard included. Made by Windlass Steelcrafts. Overall 37". Blade 31 1/4" adn 1 5/8" wide. Weighs 2 lbs. 12 oz.