Metacarpal saw by Down, c. 1880

Made:
1861-1900 in London
maker:
Down Brothers
Metacarpal saw by Down, c. 1880

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Metacarpal saw by Down, c. 1880
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Metacarpal saw by Down, c. 1880

Details

Category:
Surgery
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A600841
Materials:
blade, steel and handle, ebony
Measurements:
length 213 mm
width 16 mm
blade: length 110 mm
type:
amputation saws

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