Smith US Army Gauze Scissors 16cm

Clinical Application

Designed for safe and efficient cutting of dressings, sponges and packing material in the operating room, emergency department and outpatient wound-care settings. The blunt lower blade allows clinicians to slide under dressings and gauze without catching or injuring skin, making these scissors well suited for dressing changes, sponge management and minor trimming tasks during wound debridement or procedures where tissue protection is important.

Design & Configuration

Straight-bladed geometry with traditional ring handles provides precise control and tactile feedback for controlled cutting motions. The blunt dressing tip on the lower blade minimizes risk of skin puncture when sliding under adhered dressings, while the 16 cm overall length balances reach and maneuverability — long enough to access deeper dressings but compact enough for routine bedside and procedural use.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Gauze scissors
• Pattern / model: US Army
• Configuration: Straight blades, ring handles, blunt lower blade (dressing tip)
• Length: 16 cm
• Typical use: Cutting dressings, gauze, sponges; dressing changes and basic wound care
• Material: Stainless steel; reusable construction

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability in repeated sterilization cycles. Reusable construction is compatible with standard cleaning and sterilization protocols common to hospitals and outpatient clinics.

Quality & Compliance

Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.

Brand Comparison

Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.

Availability & Returns

• In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
• Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
• Returns: 30-day return policy