Thanks Chris! That's a knifeload of information, really appreciated.
OK so it seems like the Togiharu is the right choice for me. Now I have a couple more questions!
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However, you will not be able to "steel" your knife, i.e. use one of those honing rods -- these are only advisable with softer knives. That means that when your knife does dull, you will need to use stones.
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OK so no steel... does that mean I should use something else, like a strop, or simply use the knife for a couple of months without maintenance, then use the stone?
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Asymmetry is not going to make the knife steer noticeably when dealing with a really thin blade like the Togiharu has
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So the Togiharu
is asymmetrical, correct? My concern was more regarding the sharpening: isn't it more difficult (especially for a beginner) to sharpen an asymmetrical knife than a symmetrical one? You make it sound like it isn't any more difficult....
I'm just about ready to order the Togiharu and a King 1000 grit stone!