Small amputation saw with hinged back

Small amputation saw with hinged moveable back, c. 1850

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Small amputation saw with hinged moveable back, c. 1850
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Small amputation saw with hinged moveable back, c. 1850

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Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A600839
Materials:
blade, steel, back, nickel and handle, wood
Measurements:
length 225 mm
width 23 mm
blade: length 130 mm
type:
amputation saws
credit:
Loan, Wellcome Trust