Civil War Era Spring Loaded Fleam In Maker Marked “Kolb” Leather Case

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Civil War Era Spring Loaded Fleam In Maker Marked “Kolb” Leather Case

Rare and highly interesting Civil War era spring loaded fleam housed in its original maker marked leather carrying case. Crafted of brass and steel, this compact medical instrument was designed for bloodletting procedures commonly practiced by 19th century physicians, surgeons, and veterinarians. The ingenious spring-loaded mechanism allowed for quick and precise operation in field or clinical settings.

The original leather case remains solid and attractively aged, featuring a stamped “Kolb” maker’s mark on the exterior lid, adding both authenticity and collector appeal. The fleam itself retains an untouched patina with all the visual character expected from a genuine period medical instrument. The folding blade and spring mechanism remain present, making this an especially desirable example for collectors of Civil War medical artifacts.

Spring loaded fleams are far less commonly encountered today than standard fixed examples, particularly when accompanied by their original maker marked cases. Artifacts of this nature provide a fascinating glimpse into 19th century medical practices and the tools relied upon by wartime surgeons and practitioners during the Civil War era.

An exceptional addition to any advanced Civil War medical collection, surgical display, or physician’s instrument grouping.

Inventory Number: MED 337