Just snagged what appears to be a very nice razor off eBay, with an encased tang. Not sure if it is horn or plastic of some sort (it''s not here yet). I just put a pic up in my folder here on SRP, at any rate. It''s the \"Wilbert\" on page two.

Q. Have not seen that many razors about with the tangs encased. Was just wondering if that was a manufacturing fad at some point, or if it was an indicator of higher-end razors? The ones I have seen have commanded a pretty penny online.....

...any insight on encased tangs? Anyone have any?