A large and early Weiss Liston-amputation knife
$98.50
A large and early Weiss Liston- amputation knife
Dimensions
15
Circa
1850
Maker
Weiss
Country of manufacture
UK and Ireland
Description
A large and early (15″ or 37.50 cm) Weiss Liston-amputation knife with back sharpened last two inches. It is signed both on checkered ebony handle and blade with name and 62 The Strand address. One side of handle has stable hairline. Blade is bright with no evidence of rust or corrosion.
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Dealer information
M and R Gordon
Michael and Roberta Gordon have been dealing in medical and dental antiques for more than four decades. They have helped build a number of major private collections and have contributed to the holdings of many museums. They also deal in other scientific and technology related items, including calculating instruments, office machines, patent models and wine-related accessories such as corkscrews. ROBERTA GORDON IS A SKILLED RESTORER WHO CAN HELP YOU WITH ANY INSTRUMENTS AND CASES THAT NEED ATTENTION. Feel free to contact them for details at: [email protected] or 718-541-5974
