The owner of Cold Steel Inc, Lynn Thompson really does put his money where his mouth is. He is not afraid to prove that the Cold Steel sword lines are infact some of the best, if not the best, swords in the world. To purchase a sword that won't fall apart, is very sharp, is perfectly balanced, is truely a work of art and won't break the pocket book is something you have to admire if you are a real sword collector or enthusiast.