yeah
though I do think you could salvage it
first off, the pommel gradient
replace the red with a lighter shade of grey
second
maybe try adding more variable gradient sheens on the sword?
something like this

If all else fails, you can try to study images of real swords and understand what a sword can look like.

No, come on

Dont give up!

Don’t give up you’re doing well. Just keep trying.

Same thing

Yes, what do you want it to look like?