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Hand Microtome For Bench Mounting, by Flatters & Garnett, Manchester, c.1960

Inventory Number 59223


Item type
Object
Provenance
Purchased.
Primary inscriptions
'Flatters & Garnett Ltd 309, Oxford Rd., Manchester'.
Physical material
Copper Alloy
Steel
Enamel
Object type
Microtome
Dimensions
Height: 105mm Width: 110mm Depth: 57mm Weight: 1390g
Inventory No
59223
Accession Number
1972-29

Description

Square-section hand microtome with integral bench clamp, manufactured by Flatters and Garnett. Features a steel rotating wheel held against a steel cutting blade, housed on a copper alloy mount with chrome and grey-green enamel finish. Black and silver label attached to side featuring manufacturer's name.