Micarta handle knives

Micarta

— a fiber-based composite material combined with a thermosetting (non-fusible) plastic. The specific composition of micarta may vary depending on the manufacturer and price category of the knife — for example, paper, fabric, fibreglass and even carbon threads can play the role of fiber, plastic can be made on the basis of phenolic, epoxy and other types of resins, etc. At the same time, it is one of the most practical materials used in knife handles today. Micarta is very durable and scratch resistant (much stronger than plastic and wood), tolerates high and low temperatures well, weighs less than metal, is not as cold to the touch, and does not conduct electricity. With all this, the price of this material is relatively low, it is found in both expensive and low-cost models of knives, and such handles look quite solid and attractive.