haft
nounUK /hɑːft/
US /hæft/
The handle of a knife or tool.
He held the knife by its wooden haft.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. To fit a handle onto a tool or blade.
The smith hafted the new axe with care.
3. A handle or hilt of a sword or dagger.
The sword's haft was wrapped in leather.
4. The part of a tool that is held in the hand.
The hammer's haft was worn smooth from use.