I am learning a lot here.

My birthday is next month. My wife and kids are already asking what I want. I want a good Japanese (15 +/- degree) chefs knife. But I would like a 7" size instead of 8" for the same reasons mentioned previously. Plus easier I think for my wife to use. It seems that the choices are limited from my research. Any ideas?
I would like to keep it under $250.00 if possible.

Gun Shows are almost as comical as boat ramps in the Spring.