I had some questions as to the micarta as the photos were not the best. I opted out because I didn't want to take the risk of it being black.
In the photo of the handle you posted, you will note in the very center there is the filled hole visible. It appeared to be black resin, not brown. More importantly was the yellowing of the canvas was very evident, which you wouldn't see in brown micarta.
So, that is how I came to my conclusion.
The etching I think was simply a mistake.
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