The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC March competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 38: Old sword was of sound quality(9)

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A clue to EXCALIBUR.
3 comments refer to this clue (from 3 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.I don't buy was = ex
2."Was" does not equal ex, and "of sound quality" is dubious.
3.38 Simple and straightforward. Good!