Catalog number: O-47

Object type: Axis traction forceps

Manufacturer:

Date: 19th cent. ?

Description: All metal forceps with rotational ball joint device at handle bottom and English lock. The attached old label reads "works best in L.O.A., mid pelvic Dewees." There is possibly a piece missing from the handle. Measures 37 x 14 x 8 cm.

Engraved: "Pat apl'd For" on shank: "00" stamped on lock.

Provenance: Herbert Thoms, M.D.