I have 2 Takeda gyutos - owned the 240 for two years before getting a smaller one for cramped quarters. Love 'em both! No wedging or other issues with the grind. The AS takes a durable edge, but easily touched up with occasional proper stropping. I also have the Gesshin Heiji carbon 240. It's a heavy-duty workhorse but doesn't sing to me like the Takedas.
Please keep in mind that you'll need to become proficient at sharpening whatever your final decision. Get a couple of nice stones and listen to your knife sharpener friend.
Please keep in mind that you'll need to become proficient at sharpening whatever your final decision. Get a couple of nice stones and listen to your knife sharpener friend.