G-10 just kind of rubs me the wrong way on most blades. It really depends on the way it is machined, but in most cases I find it causes more hot spots than Micarta and Res-C. I normally get Canvas Micarta, but with the TGLB, I decided to give Black Paper a go and I like it. When it comes to feel, I prefer Linen and Canvas, but Paper works just fine in my experience.