Fergusson's Mouth Gag

Object numberED.CS.2025.35.19
TitleFergusson's Mouth Gag
CreatorKing (Manufacturer)
DescriptionMetal mouth gag. Shear type handles, curved with diagonal curved grooves. A sliding locking mechanism moves down the handle shaft when the handles are brought together. The jaws curve upwards at the end, then have a right angled section that is cross hatched on the outer side (tooth plates), which are slightly offset - known as 'Ackland jaws'. One handle is significantly rusted.
Production placeLondon
Production date 2008
Production periodTwentieth century, late
Object nameMouth gag
Object categoryMedical Equipment
MaterialMetal
Dimensions
- Height: 16.50 cm
Width: 7.00 cm
Depth: 4.00 cm