GUT-BREAKER
T1977.261
Two tubular handles joined by chain. Used for breaking cat-gut which was used for suturing. `D.H.A.' impressed on one handle. (Drug Houses of Australia)
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | T1977.261 |
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| Accession Date: | 27 Sep 1977 |
Material
| Steel/Metal | probably steel |
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Measurement
| length | 90mm |
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| diameter | 14mm | handle |
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| length | 150mm | chain |
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