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A  Comparison of 1850's and 1860's Gemrig Surgical Set

By Michael Echols

Comparing similar sets which are close in age can be a very learning experience.  Examining these two sets which were made on either side of the Civil War is very interesting to see the similarities and differences.

The knives are about the same size and design in both eras, however the handles are heavier on the earlier 1850's set and thinner on the later 1860's set.  

The 1860's capital and metacarpal saws are smaller in size than the earlier versions from the late 1850's.  

Note the variation in the tourniquets, the earlier type has a heavy brass frame buckle, the later one does not have that feature.  The bone forceps are very different as are the blades and handles of the capital saws.

See an 1866 Gemrig catalog with diagrams of instruments.

Links to additional photos 1860's set   1850's set

1860's Gemrig lift out tray
1850's Gemrig lift out tray
1860's Gemrig  16 1/4 x 6 3/4 x 3 1/8
1850's Gemrig 16 3/4 x 7 1/4 x 3

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