Panday Forge is blade shop located near Vancouver, BC on the shared, unceded territories of the scəw̓aθən(Tsawwassen) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm(Musqueam) peoples. Jon, a self-taught bladesmith, combines historical influences with elements of high fantasy and pop culture to reinvent traditional swordmaking. Striving to introduce the allure of steel to a wider audience, Jon is dedicated to enhancing and promoting the art of Filipinx bladesmithing in the west. His creations have caught the attention of local enthusiasts and the arts community, who appreciate the niche of such a craft in the region.