"Say Fire to Ignite"-- These activation instructions, written on both sides of the blade in Nordic Runes, will deal your opponent a fiery blow from this hand-carved Flaming Scimitar. Blade 30", Handle 4.5", with a torch flame pommel. It is made from poplar, and stained perfectly (NOT painted) with the grain of the wood, growing red toward the flame points. The handle is wrapped & tasseled in red-dyed leather cord. This artisan personally makes one piece at a time using hand tools and many hours of dedication to his craft.