Name/TitleAbcess Knife

About this objectA tortoiseshell handle and a steel blade.
Used by the donor, who was senior partner of the firm and by his predecessors in the late 18th early 20th century for cutting out abscesses. The cutting edge forms a projection at the tip projecting at right angles 1/2 inch with semi-circular rounded cutting edge.

MakerArnold & Sons

Medium and MaterialsTortoiseshell handle
Steel blade

Inscription and MarksArnold and Sons London stamped on steel blade

MeasurementsFull Item Length: 130mm
Blade Length: 50mm
Diameter: 10mm
Width: 3mm

Object numberSTMEA:A.4728

Copyright LicenceAttribution - Non-commercial (cc)