Rosewood & Black Buffalo Horn Wa Handle

Rich rosewood paired with a black buffalo horn ferrule — warm, flowing grain and classic good looks.

SKU: WH-RW-BH Category:

Specifications

Wood TypeRosewood
FerruleBlack Buffalo Horn
ShapeOctagonal

The Wood

Rosewood has been the go-to choice for fine handle makers for generations. Its warm reddish-brown tones and flowing grain patterns create a handle that looks beautiful from every angle. Beyond aesthetics, rosewood offers excellent workability and a natural oil content that helps resist moisture. It feels warm in the hand and develops a rich patina with use.

Rosewood has been the material of choice for fine handle makers for generations. Its warm reddish-brown tones and flowing grain patterns create a handle that looks beautiful from every angle. Beyond aesthetics, rosewood offers excellent workability and a natural oil content that helps resist moisture — ideal for kitchen use.

The black buffalo horn ferrule provides crisp, dark contrast to the warm rosewood tones. Together they create a handle that is both classic and refined. Each piece is hand-shaped to the traditional octagonal wa profile.

Details: Octagonal profile · Rosewood body · Black buffalo horn ferrule · Fits standard wa tang · Available in ho wood or custom sizing on request

Wood Type

Rosewood

Ferrule

Black Buffalo Horn

Shape

Octagonal

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About this wood — Rosewood

Rosewood balances density with aesthetic character — the color deepens with age and handling. Slightly lighter than ebony, it yields a more balanced in-hand feel on longer knives.

Species
Dalbergia spp.
Origin
India, Southeast Asia, Central America
Density
0.86 g/cc

Why this pairing works

Rosewood with black horn is the balanced middle — warm red-brown wood softened by a clean dark ferrule. Slightly lighter in the hand than ebony, which suits knives in the 180-240mm range.

Care

Wipe dry; re-oil with food-safe mineral oil every 6-12 months.

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