New Member Introduction

[Apercus]

I’m new to this forum but not to the study of Japanese blades. I know many of the members here but I’ve let life keep me too busy to do the study justice. I consider myself a novice. I’ve invested mostly in books and not so much in swords. Most are out of my price range. I had an accident last year that left me with titanium rods and screws holding my back and neck together and a bit of paralysis. That has left me with more free time than I’ve had in quite a while. I dusted off my books, dug out a few swords, and bought a couple more on eBay. I plan on attending the Tampa show and will bring a few interesting blades with me that I might need help with. If you see me hobbling around with a cane or in the wheelchair flag me down and say hi.

 

Shannon Hogg

[Guest Rayhan]

Welcome to the Board! Sorry to hear of the accident and i hope recovery comes swiftly. Great to have you here though!

[Mister Gunto]

Welcome! Sorry for the accident, but at least it sounds as if you're looking to turn some good out of it. Cheers!

[16k]

Welcome! And sorry about the accident. Life is full of those sad and bad moments we have to cope with. And glad I won’t feel like the only novice here!

[John A Stuart]

Welcome to our new members! John

[Greg F]

Hi Shannon, glad your making the most of a tough situation. Welcome.

 

Greg