Mark Posted February 28 Report Posted February 28 The show is about 2 months away. Perfect time to make plans to attend. More swords, tsuba, kodogu etc in one place than you could see otherwise. Great hand on opportunity to learn. Saturday there will be educational presentations, one by the NBTHK-AB Basic show information here: http://www.chicagoswordshow.com/ If you want to stay at the Hyatt here is a link. Rooms are filling up, if you have trouble booking let me know https://www.hyatt.co...booking/CHIRW/G-TOKE If you want a table let me know, i usually have a few people who can't make it due to illness/emergency. You can contact me regarding the show at chicagoswordshow@gmail.com 3 1 Quote
Winchester Posted March 29 Report Posted March 29 Hi Mark, What time will the educational presentations start? I am very much looking forward to the show! Hope to chat with many of you there. Best regards, Brian Quote
Mark Posted March 29 Author Report Posted March 29 Brian, Thanks for asking. all events will be Saturday times are tentative and will be noted at the registration desk usually at 10 am Grey does a presentation on proper handling and care of swords There will be a presentation and Exhibit of Otsuki school fittings by the NBTHK-AB it will be approx mid-day Matt Jarrell will do a presentation/display highlighting the Change in shape of swords over time. I understand there will be several blades from 1000 years old to Shinshinto. There will be 2 swords for kantei as well. This will be later in the day around 3-4pm It should be a great opportunity to see great items and learn. Nothing is better than seeing actual items and learning from them There are a few rooms left at the Hyatt and if anyone needs a table i have a couple available see you all soon Mark Jones http://www.chicagoswordshow.com/ 3 Quote
Mark Posted April 11 Author Report Posted April 11 the show is 2 weeks away......... getting close. If you have a chance make a last minute trip it should be a great show. the room block should have been closed but there was a short issue with their reservation system so they extended it. If you need a room, or booked at another hotel grab a room at the Hyatt there are just a few left https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/CHIRW/G-TOKE We are looking forward to seeing everyone in two weeks Mark Quote
tokashikibob Posted April 13 Report Posted April 13 If anyone setting up at the show has a WW2 Navy & a basic traditional saya / 1 Naval Menuki for sale I'll be looking for parts to complete a couple swords. Best regards, Bob Quote
Grey Doffin Posted April 13 Report Posted April 13 I drive to the Chicago show and can bring with me more than my usual show merchandise. If there is a book on my site that you'd like to pickup - save on post - let me know. Glad to lug it along. Grey Quote
ChrisW Posted Monday at 07:00 PM Report Posted Monday at 07:00 PM The Indiana Token Kai will have a large presence at the show -- We promise to have about 8 or so members present with nihonto and related wares for sale. Come support us and chat with our members! Some highlights will include a TH Sanekage, 29" temple ken, handmade (and to order) katana and tachi kake, beginner/entry level nihonto, and several Kamakura pieces. 2 1 Quote
DTM72 Posted 16 hours ago Report Posted 16 hours ago For those of us that are forced to work our normal jobs to pay bills and taxes, please take and post lots of pics or videos of the show. As this old man grumbles about having to work while you guys have all the fun, at least I can feel like I was there with you. Wishing you all a great show! Quote
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