English-made Amputation Kit

Here's a partial kit from the Charleston Museum.
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I like Barry's better.
 
I heard stories about how Surgeon Logan and DaAlvigny piled up limbs beside an oak tree at the Battle of Atlanta. When an instrument is sharp it is easier to use and less painful but imagine an instrument after a few uses.
 
The drawing in the second picture is a bit disturbing. The gentleman seems quit calm and relaxed at having his leg sawed off.
The first picture of the kit seems to be in remarkable condition. It appears very "clean."
I wonder if it got any use?
 
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