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Title Indian Medical Service surgeon's pouch
Nationality British
Period c 1860
Sold

Rare survivor from the Raj, largely complete right down to surgical needles with their original paper wrapper. Five folding surgical knives, mounted in brass and tortoiseshell, together with two bullet extractors, all marked Weiss of London on the blades. Pouch marked 'I' under broad arrow, indicating Indian Army issue.

Leather work somewhat distressed through age and neglect.

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[Militaria : Equipment : British : 19th Century]

testimonials

Just to let you know the gun came this morning. Just as described. Lovely little piece. Would just like to thank you for all the help.

C C, UK, 23.12.2009

Package received promptly and safely and many thanks for this.

S F, UK, 02.03.2009

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