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Possibly a unique bullet extraction kit.
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AITKEN, YORK, CIRCA 1870
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A BULLET EXTRACTION KIT
AITKEN, YORK, CIRCA 1870
signed on purple felt AITKEN MAKER YORK most instrument stamped with AITKEN YORK, saw, forceps, tweezers (tortoiseshell) tourniquet and probes amongst accessories in fitted case, bullet extractor inscribed Improved Bullet Extractor; AITKEN YORK -- with later specimen lead bullet.
10½in. (26.5cm.) long in case
AITKEN, YORK, CIRCA 1870
signed on purple felt AITKEN MAKER YORK most instrument stamped with AITKEN YORK, saw, forceps, tweezers (tortoiseshell) tourniquet and probes amongst accessories in fitted case, bullet extractor inscribed Improved Bullet Extractor; AITKEN YORK -- with later specimen lead bullet.
10½in. (26.5cm.) long in case
Literature
See p.365 in Kirkup. The evolution of surgical
instruments: an illustrated history from ancient times to the twentieth century (Novato, CA: 2006).
instruments: an illustrated history from ancient times to the twentieth century (Novato, CA: 2006).
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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