Smith US Army Gauze Scissors 20cm

Clinical Application

Designed for reliable cutting of dressings, gauze, packing material and other soft non-tissue items encountered in the operating room, procedure rooms, emergency departments and outpatient clinics. The 20 cm length provides reach and mechanical advantage for controlled cutting during dressing changes, wound packing or prep without requiring excessive hand closure force. Not intended for heavy tissue dissection.

Design & Configuration

Straight geometry with traditional ring handles delivers precise hand control and predictable blade alignment for clean cuts through dressings and sponges. The 20 cm overall length balances reach and tactile feedback: long enough to access deeper dressings while remaining maneuverable for fine trimming. The ring-handle design affords familiar ergonomic control for surgeons, nurses and scrub techs.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Surgical scissors
• Pattern / model: US Army gauze scissors (Smith)
• Configuration: Straight, ring-handle
• Length: 20 cm
• Typical use: Cutting gauze, dressings and other soft non-tissue materials
• Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and repeated sterilization. Robust hinge construction ensures consistent blade alignment through high-use cycles. Suitable for standard decontamination and sterilization workflows used in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers.

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