Taylors Reflex Hammer

Maker
John Smith & Sons Glasgow Ltd (estab. 1751)
Date
(1930-1969)
 Description
The Taylor or tomahawk reflex hammer was designed by John Madison Taylor in 1888. It consists of a triangular rubber component which is attached to a flat metallic handle. The alloy handle and is precisely balanced for increased control of force in the percussion.
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Maker
Other Maker
John Smith & Sons Glasgow Ltd (estab. 1751) ▫ 0 - Whole
Date
(1930-1969)
Medium
metal and rubber
Measurements
21 x 1.8 x 5.3 cm
Accession Number
MHM03373
Credit line
Gift of AMA Victoria, 2011
Inscriptions
maker's mark ▫ marked: 'John Smith & Sons Glasgow Ltd.'
Object Type
instruments
Named Collection
AMA Victoria
Medical History Museum Category
Medical and Surgical Equipment and Instruments
Museum
Medical History Museum

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