Thread: Wild caught Packwood

Had a good weekend with friends and a even better one going to flea markets and antique stores. found this Packwood and a neat looking Trafford Brand Diamond Edge.(can't pass on a blade with etching for some reason)
My research seems to point at 1820-30 for the Packwood. What do you think? what's a good way to repair the crack in the scales? i'm leaning toward a mild restoration on it (if i can help myself not get carried away removing the rust.)