German Civil War Era Medical Bleeder, or Fleam, German Mfg.
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $125.00

Original era manufacture. Small brass and steel tool used to nick the necks of the sick in order to "let blood" in an effort to effect a cure. This example appears to be spring loaded, in that you would "cock" the piece, place the blade next to the persons neck and press the small brass bar. It then released the blade and pierced the persons skin to begin the bleeding process. The trigger no longer can be set, but still moves freely in its casing. Complete with its chamois lined leather case. Neat little tool.