I thing G10 is very strong - I'm not fond of the texture, but it is fairly inert also. My favorites are carbon fiber and micarta, but G10 isn't a deal breaker if that's all I can get. I really, really dislike natural materials (wood, bone, horn, etc). Living in a dry climate will almost always split natural materials....
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Why are G10 handles so popular?
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I would assume cost; or ease to work with.
I'd prefer micarta or carbon fiber.
I'd prefer micarta or carbon fiber.
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I have been pretty comfortable with FRN on my less expensive Spydies. Have a G10 Native that I really like. Have a G10 Dozier that I really like. CF is makes for a nice change, but it is not the end all material for folders. The only Zytel I have is on SOG blades. It's okay, but like FRN feels like plastic and is plastic to me. G10 has a more expensive feel.
Don't care much for Ti or other metal handles on knives..... any knife.
I prefer natural materials if I have a choice especially on fixed blades and traditional knives.
It is all about selling knives and taking more money out of your wallet. It is simple as a that. Variety is the spice of life.
Don't care much for Ti or other metal handles on knives..... any knife.
I prefer natural materials if I have a choice especially on fixed blades and traditional knives.
It is all about selling knives and taking more money out of your wallet. It is simple as a that. Variety is the spice of life.