I wound up going with Hiromoto AS which was strongly recommended to other members that got replies. Only reason I am replying is in case another person in search of help stumbles into the place and gets the same warm welcoming.
The expected delivery time was not met which was not a huge...
LOCATION: AZ, USA
--Knife Details--
interested in: chefs knife; Gyuto
Handed: right
handle: Interested in Japanese style, but no experience with it
length: Probably around 8". While I am 6'5", my girlfriend is 5'1". Would like it to be manageable/comfortable for both of us...