Material Composition | Custom knife handles, artisan crafts | Industry: Plastic (PETG) | Our Base ▲: Buffalo Horn (ASTM D543 compliant, 3mm thickness) | Heavier than plastic, requires careful handling |
| | Our Advanced ▲▲: Buffalo+Wood (ISO 14021, 4mm thickness) | Enhanced aesthetics, combines natural textures | Higher cost, needs more maintenance |
Durability | High-wear items (tool handles) | Industry: Plastic (5,000 flex cycles) | Our Base ▲: 10,000 flex cycles (ASTM D543) | Less impact-resistant than metal |
| | Our Advanced ▲▲: 15,000 flex cycles (ASTM D543) | Improved longevity for heavy-duty use | Slight weight increase |
Eco-Friendliness | Sustainable projects, eco-conscious buyers | Industry: Non-biodegradable plastic | Our Base ▲: Compostable (OK Compost ID 12345) | Limited industrial composting facilities |
| | Our Advanced ▲▲: 100% biodegradable (OK Compost ID 12345) | Fully recyclable, zero-waste material | Requires specialized disposal methods |
Manufacturing Technique | Artisan crafts, bespoke designs | Industry: Mass-produced (machined) | Our Base ▲: Handmade (0.1mm precision, ISO 2768) | Longer production time |
| | Our Advanced ▲▲: Handcrafted with engraving (ISO 2768) | Customizable designs, artisanal touch | Higher labor costs |
Aesthetic Style | Unique decorative items, collectibles | Industry: Uniform synthetic finishes | Our Base ▲: Natural horn patterns (ASTM D4060) | Variations in grain may exist |
| | Our Advanced ▲▲: Combined horn & wood textures (ASTM D4060) | Distinctive visual appeal | Requires skill to maintain finish |
Weight/Thickness | Structural components (frame parts) | Industry: Plastic (2mm, 10g/m²) | Our Base ▲: 3mm (285 GSM, ISO 3801) | Heavier than plastic (15g/m²) |
| | Our Advanced ▲▲: 4mm (350 GSM, ISO 3801) | Enhanced structural integrity | May affect portability |