This is an octagonal Wa Style Handle made for Japanese style kitchen knives.
Desert Ironwood (Olneya tesota) is perhaps one of the most highly-regarding of all woods in knife-making, with its density, stability, and grain patterns and colors creating a unique combination of characteristics that’s ideal for decorative handles.
Suited for a 165-210 mm gyuto or other Japanese knife.
- Body: Desert Ironwood
- Ferrule: Marbled horn
- Weight: 58 g
- Length: 131 mm (@ 5 1/8”)
Handle is buffed to natural luster
Use and care - Hand wash and dry - Never put in dishwasher nor leave in hot soapy water.
- Description
This is an octagonal Wa Style Handle made for Japanese style kitchen knives.
Desert Ironwood (Olneya tesota) is perhaps one of the most highly-regarding of all woods in knife-making, with its density, stability, and grain patterns and colors creating a unique combination of characteristics that’s ideal for decorative handles.
Suited for a 165-210 mm gyuto or other Japanese knife.
- Body: Desert Ironwood
- Ferrule: Marbled horn
- Weight: 58 g
- Length: 131 mm (@ 5 1/8”)
Handle is buffed to natural luster
Use and care - Hand wash and dry - Never put in dishwasher nor leave in hot soapy water.