Antique Japanese Metal Obstetric Forceps Tool Childbirth Medical Equipment JK916 oshibori Some glaze blemish

Some glaze blemish

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Antique Japanese Metal Obstetric Forceps Tool Childbirth Medical Equipment JK916 oshibori Some glaze blemishAntique Japanese Obstetric Forceps This is an antique Japanese metal obstetric forceps used in assisting in childbirth. It is mostly a heavy steel with carved wooden handle pieces. Like a scissors, the two pieces can be separated for cleaning. This kind of tool has been in use worldwide since the 1800s and is still a tool commonly used today. Gray Metal C1920 Item weight: 443 grams Packed weight: 700 grams Approx. 33. 5 cm long x 7 cm wide x 4 cm