{"product_id":"octagonal-wa-handle-145mm-rosewood-tiger-blonde-buffalo-horn","title":"Handmade Octagonal Wa-Handle 145mm - Rosewood with Tiger Blonde Buffalo Horn Ferrule","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to provide commanding balance and visual warmth to larger chef knives and long slicers,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e this 145mm octagonal (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"119\" class=\"\"\u003eHakkaku\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) Japanese knife handle is turned from hand-selected natural rosewood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Celebrated for its tight grain structure,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e natural resinous oils,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and rich reddish-brown hues,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rosewood delivers superior moisture resistance and a reassuring,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e weighted counterpoint to forged steel blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is capped with an exceptionally rare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"48\" class=\"\"\u003etiger blonde water buffalo horn ferrule (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"89\"\u003etsuno\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e featuring luminous streaks of translucent amber,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cream,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and warm caramel marbling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Precision-bored for custom knife projects and re-handling,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"253\"\u003e12mm x 3.5mm primary tang slot accompanied by an internal secondary relief chamber\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ensuring seamless tang insertion and displacement of excess adhesive without risking hydraulic stress fractures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDense Natural Rosewood Body:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Naturally oily and water-resistant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rosewood provides the substantial heft required to counterbalance the forward weight of longer Gyutos,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sujihikis,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and Yanagibas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExhibition \"Tiger Blonde\" Buffalo Horn Ferrule:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sourced from natural water buffalo horn showcasing rare blonde,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e honey,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and marbled amber striations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-polished to create a flush,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e seamless transition against the rosewood body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOctagonal (Hakkaku) Architecture:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The eight-sided profile naturally registers along finger joints,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ensuring a slip-resistant grip and clean tactile awareness of blade angle during heavy board work and delicate draw cuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePre-Machined Tang Slot \u0026amp; Deep Relief Channel:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features a 12mm x 3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5mm entry slot paired with a deep internal relief hole.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This internal chamber provides clearance for stepped tang shoulders and gives epoxy or hot-melt adhesive room to displace safely during installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommanding 145mm Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Specifically proportioned for larger blades,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e delivering ideal visual symmetry and balance for 240mm–270mm Gyutos,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 270mm–300mm Sujihikis,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and 270mm–300mm Yanagibas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\" class=\"\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,1,0\"\u003eJapanese Wa-Handle (Replacement \/ Custom Component)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProfile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0\"\u003eOctagonal (Hakkaku)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,0\"\u003e145mm (~5.71 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\"\u003eNatural Rosewood (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eDalbergia\u003c\/i\u003e spp.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFerrule Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,1,0\"\u003eNatural Tiger Blonde Water Buffalo Horn (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003eTsuno\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTang Slot Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,1,0\"\u003e12mm (W) x 3.5mm (H)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInternal Cavity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0\"\u003ePre-Slotted Entry with Secondary Internal Relief Hole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTypical Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,8,1,0\"\u003e240mm–270mm Gyuto; 270mm–300mm Sujihiki \u0026amp; Yanagiba\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,9,1,0\"\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Fitting Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTang Fitting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Because forged Japanese knife tangs vary by blacksmith workshop,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e slight sizing adjustments may be necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use a narrow diamond needle file to gently widen the 12mm x 3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e5mm opening if your blade has broad tang shoulders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInternal Relief Channel Function:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The relief cavity behind the primary entry slot provides a reservoir for displaced adhesive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e When driving the blade into place,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this cavity prevents hydraulic pressure from building up and splitting the horn ferrule.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdhesive Options:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14,2,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTraditional \/ Reversible:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use jeweler's hot-melt adhesive or wood glue combined with fine rosewood sawdust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This creates a secure bond that can be gently reversed with a heat gun or hot water if future re-handling is desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003ePermanent:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Marine epoxy (such as G\/flex 650) creates a permanent,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e hermetically sealed installation resistant to moisture intrusion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNatural Material Care:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Buffalo horn and rosewood are organic materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Never leave the handle submerged in water or run through a dishwasher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maintain luster and prevent drying by occasionally treating both the wood and horn with camellia oil,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e food-grade mineral oil,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or board wax.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Burrfection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67838439719142,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/9608\/6502\/files\/080A0346.jpg?v=1792777702","url":"https:\/\/gyuto.com\/products\/octagonal-wa-handle-145mm-rosewood-tiger-blonde-buffalo-horn","provider":"Gyuto.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}