This is a very rough outline of the differences in Japanese handle styles. This post does not include materials used, just construction. This post is meant to help new members figure out the handle basics more easily.
There are two main types....
Wa (traditional Japanese with a stick tang)
Yo (Western with a full {shown below} or partial tang)
Wa handles are most often seen in three configurations...
Round
(See Jon's post below)
D-Shape
Octagonal
There are two main types....
Wa (traditional Japanese with a stick tang)
Yo (Western with a full {shown below} or partial tang)
Wa handles are most often seen in three configurations...
Round
(See Jon's post below)
D-Shape
Octagonal