Teak Octagonal Mono WA Handle

$59.00 $69.00

Size

EB-BH-OCT-PT12: Petty EB-BH-OCT-STK: Santoku EB-BH-OCT-YAN24: Yanagi 24 EB-BH-OCT-SJ24: Suji 24

Product variants

Purchase with a knife to receive 30% OFF this handle!

The Profile

Name	Standard Octagonal
Description	The state of the art octagonal handle found in countless Japanese kitchen knives. This profile is used by most of the Sakai knife makers and is the type of the WA handle that you might have came across before. If you don't know exactly which octagonal handle to choose, this is the one.
Pros	classic look universally accepted a sign of premium knife easy to manufacturer

Overview

Made from beautiful teak wood, this K&S Classic Octagonal Handle offers a clean, timeless look with a warm, natural feel. Teak has long been prized for its strength, stability, and resistance to moisture, making it a great choice for kitchen use. The golden-brown tones and subtle grain give each handle its own quiet character.

Shaped in the traditional octagonal style, it feels comfortable and secure in the hand — easy to control whether you’re chopping, slicing, or fine-cutting. The handle is hand-finished to a smooth, satin surface that highlights the natural beauty of the wood while ensuring a solid grip.

Durable, balanced, and easy on the eyes, the teak handle is perfect for anyone wanting a classic Japanese look with a touch of everyday practicality.

Handle series overview — Different sizes and colour variance of the handles in the same series

Handle shown on a knife — Showing the knife installed with handle — knife does not come with the purchase

Handle Materials

Material	Teak View Media
Colour	Golden brown, light yellow
Density	610-750 kg/m³
Description	Teak is a highly practical and beautiful wood choice for Japanese WA handles. Naturally rich in oil, it resists water, rot, and insects better than most hardwoods—qualities that also make it popular in boatbuilding and outdoor furniture. Its dense, oily texture offers a secure, slightly grippy feel, even when wet, thanks to its natural silica content. Teak is also remarkably stable, meaning it won’t warp or crack easily under temperature or humidity changes. Visually, it ranges from golden brown to dark chocolate tones, often with a striking, straight grain that ages gracefully with use. While it’s somewhat hard on tools and can be costly due to global demand, plantation-grown teak offers a sustainable alternative. For knife handles, teak blends functionality, comfort, and timeless beauty—ideal for those who value both performance and natural elegance.
Pros	Stable, natural oil content Durable Naturally water resistant Insect and rot resistance Plantation teak is cheap
Cons	Lack of grain Natural teak is expensive
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Measurements

Units:

Part No. Legend	TK-OCT-MONO-PT12 View Media	TK-OCT-MONO-YAN21	TK-OCT-MONO-YAN24	TK-OCT-MONO-YAN30	TK-OCT-MONO-GY24	TK-OCT-MONO-YAN36	TK-OCT-MONO-SJ30
Weight	19 g	22 g	30 g	33 g	36 g	36 g	31 g
Length	120 mm	133 mm	138 mm	148 mm	138 mm	154 mm	144 mm
Front Width	15 mm	18 mm	18 mm	18 mm	20 mm	18 mm	16 mm
Front Height	19 mm	21 mm	21 mm	21 mm	24 mm	21 mm	21 mm
Rear Width	19 mm	22 mm	22 mm	22 mm	24 mm	22 mm	22 mm
Rear Height	22 mm	26 mm	26 mm	26 mm	29 mm	26 mm	26 mm
Tang Hole Height	10 mm	13 mm	13 mm	13 mm	13 mm	13 mm	13 mm
Tang Hole Width	2 mm	4 mm	4 mm	4 mm	3 mm	4 mm	3 mm
Tang Hole Depth	75 mm	120 mm	120 mm	120 mm	120 mm	120 mm	120 mm
For	Small Petty	Gyuto 210 / 240 mm / Yanagiba 240 mm Santoku / Nakiri / Bunka / Yanagiba 210 mm	Gyuto 210 / 240 mm / Yanagiba 240 mm Yanagiba 270 / 300 mm Yanagiba 330mm	Yanagiba 270 / 300 mm Yanagiba 330mm Gyuto 240 / 270 mm	Hefty Gyuto 210 / 240mm Hefty Gyuto 270mm+	Yanagiba 270 / 300 mm Yanagiba 330mm Gyuto 240 / 270 mm	Long Sujihiki Yanagiba 270 / 300 mm

Custom Handle

At K&S, we provide you with some of the most beautiful custom handles available on the market. These handles are preciously manufacturerd with various types of exotic hardwood or synthetic materials. You will also receive a discount when buying with a knife!