Liston Knife

Manufacturer / Maker Dietrich W. Kolbe (1824/5 - 1878)

Association M. L. Amick (1843 - 1904)

Used byUsed by M. L. Amick (1843 - 1904)

Date1863-65

Mediumsteel

DimensionsOverall: 14 3/4 x 88 x 5/8 in. (37.5 x 223.5 x 1.6 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, from the descendants of John (Jackie) Taylor: Gwyn Fair Ellis; Willett Taylor Fair; James Taylor Rock; and Kenneth Willett Rock

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Object numberPC2002.26.40

DescriptionListon knife, steel with ebony handle, used for surgical amputation.
Liston knives were used to cut muscle during amputations. They were kept as sharp as possible to provide a clean cut, and were kept clean to reduce the chance of infection.

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