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Finger Chopper. London: Lewis Davenport & Co., ca.

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Finger Chopper. London: Lewis Davenport & Co., ca.

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Finger Chopper. London: Lewis Davenport & Co., ca. 1940. The blade of a small guillotine passes through a spectator’s finger without harming it, but cuts through the cigarette below. Hardwood construction, 4 ” high.

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Finger Chopper. London: Lewis Davenport & Co., ca.

Name: Finger Chopper. London: Lewis Davenport & Co., ca.
SKU: 44228086
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $150

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