I have recently started restoring a Wolstenholm Pipe razor, about 5/8 wide. While the blade looks like it be fine the scales are a problem. They are a Blonde horn material with some cracks around the pivot pin area, and the more serious problem is what looks like splitting along the edges of the scales. I have soaked them in Neatsfoot oil for several days and tried sanding a small area to see if I can work past the cracking - but it seems to go quite deep into the scales.
Questions for the experienced restorers:
Is it possible to repair or seal the splitting on the scales?
Would this step lose too uch material to get a good looking scale result?

I am hoping I don't have to scrap the scales as there is a Wolstenholm Pipe logo on the front scale.
Worst case scenario I have some blonde horn on order, but it may be a couple of weeks before it gets here. Of course I would lose the logo as well but have a great looking set of scales.

What do the more experienced members think? In the photo the cracking/splitting can be clearly seen on the edges of the scales.

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