Do you go with the ES option? What style handle works best?
Sorry for the very belated response. I've never used the ES service from Koki and unless you are buying a very high end knife or have no sharpening ability I'd never pay some one else to sharpen my knife.
No one handle style is "best" IMO. It's just personal preference. I've become quite fond of octaginal WA handles. The "D" style is my least favorite. Western handles are available in many J-knives so you should have no trouble finding a handle you like in most brands.
Dave
