K&S Octagonal Ebony Handle with Blonde/Marble Ferrule

$99.95

Size

EB-OCT-PT12: PETTY EB_OCT_STK: Santoku / Bunka EB-OCT-SJ240: Long Sujihiki / Yanagi 24 EB-OCT-YAN24: Gyuto 24 / Yanagi 24-27 EB-OT-YAN30: Gyuto 27 / Yanagi 30-36

Product variants

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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

The K&S Octagonal Ebony Handle with Black Horn Ferrule embodies understated elegance and classic Japanese craftsmanship. Made from solid ebony, this handle showcases a deep, jet-black tone with a subtle natural sheen, delivering a dense and perfectly balanced feel in hand. Known for its exceptional durability and stability, ebony offers a reassuring weight and a smooth, refined texture that ages beautifully with use.

The octagonal profile provides a comfortable and secure grip for both right- and left-handed users, maintaining precise blade control and a timeless aesthetic favored by Japanese craftsmen. Paired with a black buffalo horn ferrule, the handle achieves a seamless, all-black look—minimalist yet sophisticated, with an emphasis on purity of form.

A staple in traditional Japanese knife making, this handle is ideal for those who appreciate subtle luxury and perfect proportions—a design that lets the beauty of natural materials speak for itself.

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	Ebony View Media
Colour	Black, dark brown
Density	1.03 to 1.3 g/cm3 \| 69-83 lbs / cubic foot
Description	Ebony timber refers to a dense, dark-colored hardwood obtained from various species within the Diospyros genus, known for its fine texture and ability to take a high polish. It's highly prized for its aesthetic appeal and durability, making it popular for high-end furniture, musical instruments, and ornamental objects. Ebony is known for its rich black or dark brown color, sometimes with striking grain patterns.
Pros	High density Luxary colour and texture High durability Premium timber
Cons	High cost May crack in dry climate Regulated
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Ferrule Materials

Material	Marble / Blonde Horn View Media
Colour	Blonde, Jade, Marble
Description	Blonde or marble buffalo horn is one of the most sought-after materials used for Japanese knife handles and ferrules. Naturally formed from water buffalo horn, the blonde variety features a translucent golden hue with elegant cream and grey marbling. Due to its rarity—only a small fraction of harvested horn displays this coloration—it commands a premium price. Each piece must be carefully selected and polished to reveal its deep, glass-like luster. Beyond aesthetics, buffalo horn offers superb density, stability, and moisture resistance, making it both functional and luxurious. For collectors and enthusiasts, blonde or marble horn signifies refinement and exclusivity.
Pros	Classic look and feel Premium material Rare Highly though after
Cons	Very expensive Moves with season and weather Easy to have internal layering
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Measurements

Units:

Part No. Legend	EB-WHORN-OCT-PT12	EB-WHORN-OCT-STK	EB-WHORN-OCT-SJ24	EB-WHORN-OCT-YAN24	EB-WHORN-OT-YAN30
Weight	35 g	52 g	51 g	56 g	65 g
Length	115 mm	128 mm	138 mm	139 mm	148 mm
Front Width	15 mm	18 mm	16 mm	18 mm	18 mm
Front Height	19 mm	21 mm	21 mm	21 mm	21 mm
Rear Width	19 mm	22 mm	22 mm	22 mm	22 mm
Rear Height	22 mm	26 mm	26 mm	26 mm	26 mm
Tang Hole Height	10 mm	13 mm	13 mm	13 mm	13 mm
Tang Hole Width	2 mm	3 mm	3 mm	3 mm	3 mm
Ferrule Length	26 mm	34 mm	34 mm	34 mm	34 mm
Tang Hole Depth	75 mm	105 mm	120 mm	120 mm	120 mm
For	Small Petty	Santoku / Nakiri / Bunka / Yanagiba 210 mm Gyuto 210 / 240 mm / Yanagiba 240 mm	Long Petty / Short Sujihiki Gyuto 210 / 240 mm / Yanagiba 240 mm	Gyuto 210 / 240 mm / Yanagiba 240 mm Yanagiba 270 / 300 mm Long Sujihiki (270 mm+)	Yanagiba 270 / 300 mm Yanagiba 330mm / 360mm

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!