Some bad-ass amputee from the 19th century had one wicked arm! I mean look at that thing!!! Crap if I lose a limb I would want it to look as cool as that, fuck it looking realistic! (I’m serious about that too, 100%)
FINGERS!!!!
Made from steel and brass, this unusual prosthetic arm articulates in a number of ways. The elbow joint can be moved by releasing a spring, whereas the top joint of the wrist allows a degree of rotation and an up-and-down motion. The fingers can also curl up and straighten out. The leather upper arm piece is used to fix the prosthesis to the remaining upper arm. The rather sinister appearance of the hand suggests the wearer may have disguised it with a glove. Among the most common causes of amputation throughout the 1800s were injuries received as a result of warfare. [London Science Museum]
Now I know it might be to late for this years DragonCon, but if some crazy hardcore steampunk enthusiasts want to get a head start on next years cosplay I say let’s go play with some power tools!
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