FAQ: What's a 'coffin' handle?

A "coffin" handle is a traditional style of knife handle that resembles, in its shape, a burial coffin.

Its distinctive pommel has three sides, or faces. A coffin handle tapers toward its forward end, often with a subtle contour.

Despite its simple and straightforward shape, a properly designed coffin handle can be quite comfortable in use. The design is common on Bowie-style fixed-blade knives.