Bone Gauge

Manufacturer / MakerCreated by Max Wocher And Son Co.

Date1945

Mediummetal

Dimensions4 1/8 × 1/4 × 1/4 in. (10.5 × 0.6 × 0.6 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of John M. Casebolt, M.D.

Object numberPC1977.4.64

DescriptionThis object is a cylindrical bone gauge used to take bone samples during surgical operations. The handle of the object transitions into a long scoop towards one of the ends of the object. "WOCHER&SON" is stamped on the opposite end. Moderate amounts of rust are prevalent across the object

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