Handle materials

African Mahogany Handle Scales x 2 Knife handle scales in dry African Mahogany from the North of Australia, set of 2 scales. Each scale is approx 10 x 40 x 120 mm in size.  These may have small cracks which should not affect use. we have inspected...

Maple Silkwood Handle Scales x 2 Knife handle scales in dry and solid quandong, set of 2 scales. Each scale is approx 10 x 40 x 120 mm in size. Maple Silkwood (flindersia pimenteliana) is an extremely similar timber to Queensland Maple and is used in all...

African Sapele Mahogany Handle Scales x 2 An important wood economically for African exports, Sapele is not a "true" Mahogany but in the same Meliaceae family and with a similar appearance. Sapele Mahogany is almost 50% harder than "true" Honduras...

LeopardWood Handle Scales x 2 Distinct marks in the wood of lighter colour against a base brown to tan base wood instantly identifies this handle material. LeopardWood can be harder to work, woodworkers sometimes experience tear-outs when doing sharp...

LeopardWood Handle Block Distinct marks in the wood of lighter colour against a base brown to tan base wood instantly identifies this handle material. LeopardWood can be harder to work, woodworkers sometimes experience tear-outs when doing sharp corners...

Ziricote Wood Handle Scales x 2 Ziricote or Cordia dodecandra is a striking handle material, with dark stripes in medium to dark brown heart wood.  This is a set of 2 scales, each  is about 10 x 40 x 120 mm and as always with natural...

Ziricote Wood Handle Block Ziricote or Cordia dodecandra is a striking handle material, with dark stripes in medium to dark brown heart wood.  Each block is about 30 x 40 x 120 mm and as always with natural materials there may be hidden voids...

Padouk Wood knife Scales x 2 One set of 2 scales, each piece about 10 x 40 x 120 mm. Padouk or Padauk is a tropical wood from Central and West Africa, extending from south-western Nigeria to Zaire. Prized for its rich, crimson color and excellent...

Purple Heart Wood Handle Scales x 2 Solid block of Purple Wood in roughly 10 x 40 x 120 mm size for fulltang blades. Purple Heart is another tree originating from South America and has a distinct colour, making it easy to recognise by the...

Bocote Wood Handle Scales, set of 2 Bocote is a tree originating from South America, with a striking look that takes a good finish. These are a set of 2 scales, each about 10 x 40 x 120 mm in size and as a natural material might include cracks,...

Bocote Wood Handle Block  Bocote is a tree originating from South America, with a striking look that takes a good finish. These are solid wooden blocks, about 30 x 40 x 120 mm in size and as a natural material might include cracks, voids or other...

This Bog Oak Handle Block features a deep, dark tone and dense structure, making it a popular choice for knife makers and woodworkers alike. The natural dark colouring comes from long-term exposure to organic materials in the ground, giving it a unique...