Takeda Aogami Super Gyutou - 240mm (9.4")

Excellent knife, great fit and finish. This is my first Takeda knife and Im hooked on the steel and craftsmanship.

Pros:

* High quality carbon steel, Aogami Super Steel (AS).

* The blades are forged entirety by hand.

* Knife has a 50/50 edge so it makes sharpening easier (for those who sharpen their own knives).

* Octagonal handles work for both right handed or left handed users.

Cons:

* Since the knife is high carbon it can rust, so you need to take care to wipe the blade down after each use.

* At 240mm it might be long for some knife blocks.