A laryngoscope 10 comprising a unitary body 11 formed of a first material and having portions shaped to define a handle 18 and a blade 28 of the laryngoscope 10, the body 11 having a recess 44 therein shaped to receive one or more electrical components 13,14,15 for operation of a light 15 mounted in the blade portion 28, wherein the blade comprises a first surface 38 which faces away from the handle portion. A cover material 17 moulded over a portion of the first surface 38, said cover material 17 being softer than the first material so as to provide a resilient portion which can be pressed against a patient s teeth during use of the laryngoscope 10. In another aspect the cover material 17 is moulded over the recess 44 in the body 11so as to irreversibly seal the one or more electrical components 13,14,15 therein. It is the aim of the present invention to provide a cost-effective, laryngoscope with improved functional attributes.
