The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC March competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 21: Fighter pilot returns around 10:51, gets back massage, becomes legendary weapon

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A clue to EXCALIBUR.
4 comments refer to this clue (from 4 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Could only happen in a crossword clue. Also 10 and 51 are inserted in different places.
2.Ingenious but unconvincing.
3.Seems the use of 'back' is iffy. In any case, the surface does seem a bit forced
4.21 Lovely wordplay. Could the last three words be changed to improve the surface reading? I don't know how, but it would be nice!