This eye appealing Civil War vintage hard rubber syringe remains in pleasing original condition with no breaks, cracks or other issues. Measuring approximately 8 inches in total length, this irrigation syringe will fit well in any Civil War era medical / surgical collection, (see: Damman's Pictorial Encyclopedia of Civil War Medical Instruments & Equipment ). A growing collectable category in and of itself this material is the subject of broad interest well served by Mike Woshner's reference INDIA-RUBBER & GUTTA-PERCHA IN THE CIVIL WAR. Buy with confidence! We are pleased to offer a no questions asked three day inspection with return as purchased on direct sales! Just send us a courtesy e-mail to let us know your item will be returned per these provisions and your purchase price will be refunded accordingly. Thanks for visiting Gunsight Antiques! COLOR=#0000FF>