Does anyone know the manufacturer of this Filipino made gladius?

[phear_me]

Found this on kult of athena: http://kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=TFW022 but I am not familiar with the unnamed "Philippine Crafted" manufacturer. Tried calling kult of athena but haven't gotten through over the last couple days.

It looks like a high quality sword - very similar design aesthetic to the Albion gladius line (which I am considering) with a nice tough steel. Anyone familiar with this sword or the company?

Thanks.

 

[Triton]

Found this on kult of athena: http://kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=TFW022 but I am not familiar with the unnamed "Philippine Crafted" manufacturer. Tried calling kult of athena but haven't gotten through over the last couple days.

It looks like a high quality sword - very similar design aesthetic to the Albion gladius line (which I am considering) with a nice tough steel. Anyone familiar with this sword or the company?

Thanks.

Traditional filipino weapons just like it says there on the page??? They make other stuff too...

 

[phear_me]

Didn't realize that's what TFW stood for. My bad. Never heard of them before.

Did some digging and they seem to be a quality swordsmith - although the hilt is rumored to be held on only be resin? Not a huge fan of that idea ... although it sure looks to me like there is a pommel nut. Given the steel type, location of manufacture, and design I wonder if these guys are affiliated with Kris Cutlery.

 

[Triton]

Didn't realize that's what TFW stood for. My bad. Never heard of them before.

Did some digging and they seem to be a quality swordsmith - although the hilt is rumored to be held on only be resin? Not a huge fan of that idea ... although it sure looks to me like there is a pommel nut. Given the steel type, location of manufacture, and design I wonder if these guys are affiliated with Kris Cutlery.

No worries, we all learn a little every day. As to their affiliation with Kris Cutlery I have no idea. Maybe I need to learn something new today.