An antique metal medical instrument with a push-button mechanism that extends several fine prongs at the tip. Pressing the top button deploys the prongs to grasp a small object before retracting when released. This type of tool was used to grasp or remove small foreign bodies from hard-to-reach areas, particularly in minor surgery or specialized medical practice. The knurled handle provides a secure grip and reflects the careful craftsmanship of mid-20th-century medical instruments.
✦ Origin: Medical instrument from a clinic or surgery ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1950 ✦ Dimensions: Length 11.5 cm ✦ Material: Metal ✦ Condition: Good used condition, functional mechanism, movable claws
An antique medical instrument with an ingenious mechanism, perfect for enriching a collection of scientific instruments or a medical cabinet of curiosities.
