Contemporary bangkung? knife/ID & origin help

[kai]

Originally Posted by wildwolberine

Thank you! Yes, the blade is chisel ground.

Definitely not a bangkung, nor Moro (as already suggested by others).

These modern pieces tend to be much tougher to place since they don't strictly follow traditions anymore. I wonder if the bent foot of the scabbard hints at the Panay highlands though?

Regards,
Kai