I'm wanting to pull the trigger on one of the Le Grelot razors, still not sure which vendor though. Anyways, my question is about the scale material. As the price point goes up due to the scales, is it due to the scales being actually better material or just because they're "prettier?" Wood, bone, horn, plastic, even imitation mother of pearl is offered, so which of these materials are best suited for the long run? I hope my question is clear enough, I'm not even sure of my question...Thanks to those of you who can interpret my convoluted questions.