Drenching Gun

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TitleDrenching GunObject TypeObjectDatec.1950'sDescriptionDrenching Gun.

Drenching guns are used on livestock to administer medicine orally to the animal. Their main purpose is to protect stock from parasites like worms, ticks and flies.

Drenching guns prevented medicine going down the animals throat the wrong way, and getting into the lungs. Drenching guns also minimised overdosing.
Makers MarkElliotts Reg No. 19651Provenance and SignifcanceThis drenching gun was used on cattle in Shellharbour.

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MaterialStainless steel.Dimensions13cm x 28cm

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Drenching Gun