Discover our versatile selection of plastic blocks and scale sets for making knife handles. Plastic is an ideal material for durable and easy-care handles, while also offering a wide range of design possibilities.
Knife handles made of plastic offer numerous advantages for knife making. Plastics are popular because they are generally durable and low-maintenance, and they also allow for versatile knife designs. A major advantage of plastic is its consistent appearance compared to natural materials, ensuring a uniform look.
Phenolic Canvas and Phenolic Linen consist of multiple layers of sturdy linen or canvas fibers impregnated with phenolic resin and pressed under high pressure and heat. The result is a durable material that excels in strength, heat resistance, and moisture resistance.
The fine, smooth character of phenolic linen and the grippy, textured surface of phenolic canvas offer different looks and feels. With various layer thicknesses and finishes, the material adapts to diverse applications—from knife handles to tool grips—combining durability with unique style.
Phenolic Paper is a high-quality composite material made from paper and phenolic resin. It is also pressed under high pressure and heat. Since it is made of paper, it has a very smooth and uniform texture with only a slight grain, making it a popular plastic for knife handles.
Carbon fiber is a high-tech material that offers an exceptional combination of lightness and strength. Its refined appearance looks both elegant and technical; the structure usually has a shimmering effect, especially when polished to a high gloss. It is produced from extremely thin carbon fibers in a special process. The result is a durable material that is heat resistant and highly moisture resistant.
Carbon fiber comes in various weaves. In the knife community, woven carbon and UD (unidirectional) carbon are common. Woven carbon features the classic "carbon look" with a shimmering pattern, while UD carbon is plain, and Cross UD resembles the look of phenolic.
The Danish company Raffir is known for its exceptional plastics specially developed for knife handles. They offer unique materials such as fluorescent resin that glows in the dark or plastics with mineral deposits, giving each knife handle a special appearance and feel. Raffir combines innovative designs with high-quality materials.
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