The Barista was primarily designed for use with an anodized aluminium handle and in this combination will provide a balanced tamper. It is the most resilient of the three materials and with a choice of nine colours it has the widest and arguably the most striking aesthetic spectrum.
The strength and balance of this handle would make it an ideal choice for a commercial outfit or for a home barista looking for a tamper with a contemporary look. Aluminium is an inherently soft material and anodizing is a process that affects the surface of the aluminium itself, making it harder and allowing the application of colour at the same time. So what you touch is not paint but metal with a hardened surface to make it more resistant to dents.
The tamper's impervious materials mean it can be easily washed or wiped to get it clean in a flash, and the intense colours provide a great contrast for custom engraving.