I needed a crossbow for a Daryl Dixon costume.  I really wanted the Goldilocks of toy crossbows- not too realistic, and not a sparkly purple or lime green toy. This one was just right!  It is a good size for walking around a convention- I didn't get caught on too many things.  Be warned- when you shoot the darts, they can hurt! We were playing around with them and left a small ding in the wall. For the price, this is a perfect toy crossbow.