This is a beautifully constructed unit with exquisite detail. Beautiful woodwork in a combination of bright lacquers and natural wood. The blade is A metal blade slices, and extends out both sides of the unit.
The performer places his victim in the stocks and locks him in place. He places the blade assembly into the stock and with one smooth downward stroke pushes the blade completely through the neck of the hapless victim. The blade can be seen to extend out the sides and below the neck.
Reversing the procedure, the blade is pulled back up through the stocks and removed. The spectator is removed without any ill signs of the decapitation.