Micarta or G10 for Survival EDC Knife

[Pcexbird]

What is your preferred knife handle material between Micarta and G10 for lifelong durability and the elements?

 

[19-3ben]

Both can last a lifetime and stand up to the elements. Practically speaking, durability is a tie, and I prefer the feel of micarta so that was my vote.

 

[Rasmus80]

Both will last a lifetime.
G-10 will probably keep a flashy color indefinitely, while the color of micarta tends to dull over time.
For survival, one might prefer a flashy color for visibility, so that may make G-10 a better choice.

 

[jux t]

G10 doesn’t soak moisture and oils like micarta can, and is more resistant to abrasion. Micarta is no slouch though.

 

[jfk1110]

Soap , water n a quick scrub and micarta goes back to brandy new!!!

Micarta has a feel to it where as g10 is blah! Either one will outlast you so it becomes preference!

My preference is green canvas micarta!!!!!! Like there was any doubt

 

[unwisefool]

I prefer a canvas micarta, but don't mind G10 as long as it's textured really well to improve grip.

 

[19-3ben]

P Pcexbird , there is another option you dont have on the list here. Suretouch.

It's a G10 layered with layers of very strong rubber that get exposed during the grinding/shaping process and provide awesome grip.

it also happens to be pretty good looking!




David Mary

 

[Alone]

I don't care for the way Micarta absorbs liquids/moisture and changes colors. On the other hand, some Manufacturer's G10 is smooth/polished to the point that it's like trying to hold an ice cube with soapy hands.

But, all things being equal, textured G10 has my vote.

 

[Dadpool]

Both can last a lifetime and stand up to the elements. Practically speaking, durability is a tie, and I prefer the feel of micarta so that was my vote.

+1 to this. I own and enjoy both, but if I can pick micarta it's always what I pick.

 

[Srtr]

Carbon fiber

 

[Insipid Moniker]

Personal preference, really. I like the way coarse micarta tends to feel grippier when wet, so that's what I would pick all other things being equal, but if I preferred the other features on a knife with a well done G10 handle I wouldn't hesitate to use it instead.

 

[jeronimo]

I love the warm feel of micarta,
but textured G-10, whether peel-ply or milled, would be my choice.

 

[shane45-1911]

Both are about equal in popularity, as I expected the poll to show.

I give the edge to micarta, simply for the "softer" feel of it and the gripiness when wet, as mentioned.

Either is a good choice for a survival-type knife.

 

[DocJD]

G10 is structurally stronger and non-porous .

Better on a survival knife , IMO .

Maybe G10 could have saved this knife ?:

 

[RousingRabbles]

I prefer the look and feel of micarta over g10 hands down. Currently waiting on some terotuf scales though for a couple spydercos I have, which is supposed to be a great substitute for micarta.

 

[gazz98]

I voted micarta due to the different types and textures available. Linen, burlap, canvas, paper, etc.
G10 is a very close second option for me.

 

[irsh]

If durability is paramount, I believe G10 wins.

 

[kane22]

Textured G10 gets my vote, but it's more personal preference than anything.

 

[HexY3co]

G10 is structurally stronger and non-porous .

Better on a survival knife , IMO .

Maybe G10 could have saved this knife ?:

That could be buffed out. Well a new tang could be welded on if it's a quality brand could be worth it.

 

[brianv]

Like others have said, probably equal. I prefer Micarta.