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HYFRECATOR – BIRTCHER CO. Los Angeles – this is probably from the 1940′s. Bakelite Case – cord with foot switch. Very good condition – no cracks or chips in bakelite case. Size 8.5″ x 5″ wide. A Hyfrecator is a low-powered medical apparatus used in electrosurgery on conscious patients, usually in an office setting. It is used to destroy tissue directly, and to stop bleeding during minor surgery. It was introduced as a brand name for a device introduced in 1940 by the Birtcher Corporation of Los Angeles. ALL GOLD & SILVER JEWELRY HAS BEEN TESTED AND CONFIRMED BY A REPUTABLE JEWELER TO BE AUTHENTIC. The Items We Find Come From Local Wisconsin Antique Shops, Auctions & Private Estates. We Sell Multiple Items Including Antique Linens, Paintings, Hardware, Antique Electrical Lamps, Victorian Shades, Antique Shoes, Antique Clothes, Victorian Saved Fabrics, Victorian Curtains, Bedspreads, Duvets, Victorian, Antique Jewelry pieces and new old stock miscellaneous items From Local Churches. Most Items are in good Preowned Vintage Condition but since they have been preowned they might have some minor defects, scratches and/or musty odor due to age. Please check my other products below. Thank you for visiting and please don’t forget to check out my other items for sale. We are not a Corporation we own a Mom and Daughter Vintage Shop. We are Experienced Treasure Hunters who spend a lot of Time and Energy bringing these items to individuals who will enjoy and love them. We do our best to provide excellent customer service and provide you with answers to your questions. I hope we can help Preserve History and Provide an Opportunity to Recycle Reuse Good Quality Products. Please see photos for additional description.