Liston knife

Surgical knife belonging to Dr David Livingstone (1813-1873). Liston double-edged amputation knife. It has a hard wood handle with a textured grip and a steel blade.

Object Details

ID: ZBA6708
Collection: Lifesaving and medical equipment
Type: Liston knife
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Ferguson
Date made: Before 1869
People: Livingstone, David
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 15 mm x 324 mm x 22 mm