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Rare Antique Surgeons Folding Bistoury Scalpel Medical Tool Pocket Knife S. Shaw

$ 68.64

  • Blade Edge: Plain
  • Blade Material: Steel
  • Blade Range: Under 2.75in.
  • Blade Type: Curved Back Blunt Tip
  • Brand: S. Shaw
  • Color: Ivory
  • Dexterity: Ambidextrous
  • Handle Material: Bone or Celluloid
  • Lock Type: Frame
  • Number of Blades: 1
  • Opening Mechanism: Manual
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Tools: Bistoury Scalpel
  • Type: History Scalpel
  • Vintage: Yes
  • Year: 1800s

Description

This is a rare vintage surgeon's folding bistoury scalpel medical instrument. The knife has a curved back with blunt tip blade made of steel with a plain edge. The handle appears to be made of bone, horn or celluloid. The knife is manually opened and has a frame lock type. It is a one-bladed knife. The blade is approximately 2 1/4" in length and the entire scalpel when opened is approximately 6 1/2". It is about 4" long when closed. The knife is ivory in color and has a vintage design that appears to date back to the late 1800s to early 1900s? The blade is marked S. Shaw. This is a unique collectible item that would make a great addition to any collection.