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Binaural Stethoscope With 'Ford's Bell' Chest-Piece and Ivory Earpieces.

Item#: MED1119

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A Stethoscope With 'Ford's Bell' Chest-Piece and Ivory Earpieces by Down Bros. London. This binaural stethoscope with a brass bell chest piece was invaluable for producing pure heart sounds and become a favorite towards the end of the 19th century. The chest piece signed by Down Brothers, London, funnels the sound into two rubber tubes leading to the headpiece. The two brass ear tubes, with ivory earpieces, are connected via a hinged steel bridge that acts like a spring. This bridge is stamped R. Harris & Co. Birmingham.