Scalpel, blun-ended, with metal handle

Made:
1920-1960 in Liverpool
maker:
Alexander and Fowler Limited

Scalpel, blun-ended, with metal handle, made by Alexander and Fowler, Liverpool, 1920-1960

Details

Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A683146
Materials:
steel and handle, stainless steel
Measurements:
total: length 158 mm
blade: length 45 mm
max: width 12 mm
type:
scalpels

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