Handle Materials: 

Almite:

A coating used on aluminum handles similar to anodizing. Resistant to scratching and marring, it can also be tinted to any color for visual appeal.  

Anodized Aluminum:

Subjecting aluminum to electrolytic action which coats the aluminum with a protective and decorative film.  

Carbon Fiber:

Graphite fibers (the size of a human hair) are woven together and fused in epoxy resin. It's lightweight, three-dimensional in appearance and is a superior (and expensive) handle material. 

Cocobolo:

Hardwood from the Cocobolo tree, ranging in color from bright orange to deep red and dark purple. Its grain and fine texture are relatively easy to work, polishes to a high sheen and is popular as an inlay or embellishment on knife handles. 

Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon (FRN) :

A nylon polymer mixed with glass fiber that is then injected into a mold for making lightweight knife handles. 

G-10:

Handle material made of epoxy filled with woven glass fiber that is impervious to changes in temperature and can be tinted into many colors. 

Jigged Bone:

Derived from deceased animals, generally the chin bone of a cow. The bone is generally dyed and surface texture is obtained by cutting grooves into the bone. 

Kraton:

A rubbery thermoplastic polymer used as a flexible inlay on knife handles for enhanced grip. 

Micarta:

A composite of linen or paper fabric in an epoxy resin used as a handle material. It is incredibly lightweight, durable and visually appealing. It can be bead blasted or polished, changing its appearance. 

Sermollan:

A rubberized plastic used on kitchen knife handles that offers a secure grip and resistance to bacteria.  

Stainless Steel:

Steel that contains a minimum of 12-1/2-13% chromium, making it resistant (not stain-proof) to corrosion. The chromium oxide "CrO" creates a barrier to oxygen and moisture, preventing rust formation. 

Titanium:

A non-ferrous metal with high tensile strength is light-weight and resistant to corrosion. Often used for handle material or knife liners. 

Wood Epoxy Laminate:

This is an impregnated wood laminate, which is extremely hard and machines similar to Corian, aluminum and Micarta.