Sword groups/experts in Georgia?

[jakesam7]

Hi! New to the forum so I'm not sure if this is the correct place for this, but I was wondering if anyone knew of any Nihonto groups, clubs, or experts in Georgia (particularly the greater Atlanta area)? I have a wakizashi that I would like to get a more hands-on evaluation of. 

 

I actually had a cousin who used this forum post pictures of it here back in 2011, shortly after I was received the sword from my grandfather. Here is the link:

http://www.militaria.co.za/nmb/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=11719

 

I do usually attend Blade Show in Atlanta every year (my main area of interest is custom pocket knives), but have never thought to check if any experts attend. I missed it this year due to COVID but I will be attending next year if that is my best bet. 

 

Thanks in advance,

 

Jake

[AntiquarianCat]

Hey Jake, 

Nice to see someone else from my state here. Last year we were lucky enough that the nihonto show was moved from Florida to Atlanta, so hopefully there will be more shows in the future.

[jakesam7]

22 hours ago, AntiquarianCat said:

Hey Jake, 

Nice to see someone else from my state here. Last year we were lucky enough that the nihonto show was moved from Florida to Atlanta, so hopefully there will be more shows in the future.

 

Hi! Thanks for the response! I saw that it was here last year. So sad I missed it. Do we have any idea when it will be announced where the show will be this year?

[AntiquarianCat]

I think it’s being held in Florida this time, but with how convenient Atlanta and its airport are, I’m sure they will hold more shows here.

[Apercus]

I work in Columbus. I’m no expert but I have a lot of reference books and and a little knowledge that I’ll freely share if you are in the area.