Buckley Bone Gouge 3mm, 16cm

Clinical Application

This instrument is intended for precise removal and contouring of small amounts of bone in confined operative fields. The narrow 3 mm gouge tip enables controlled shaving, trough creation, and fine contouring of cortical and cancellous bone. Typical applications include hand and foot procedures, craniofacial and oral/maxillofacial work, ENT procedures, and other cases where localized bone sculpting, smoothing of ledges, or creation of narrow channels is required. It is frequently used alongside rongeurs, curettes, and osteotomes to refine bone margins and prepare graft beds.

Design & Configuration

The small-diameter 3 mm cutting edge provides precise, low-profile access to tight anatomical spaces and allows the surgeon to remove thin layers of bone with controlled strokes. A 16 cm overall length supplies adequate working reach for deeper wounds while maintaining tactile feedback at the tip. The gouge geometry – a scoop-like cutting edge – facilitates controlled excavation and smoothing rather than large fragment removal, making it a preferred choice for delicate contouring tasks.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Bone gouge (Buckley pattern)
• Cutting width: 3 mm
• Overall length: 16 cm
• Primary function: Localized bone removal, shaping, and trough formation
• Reusable: Yes — designed for repeated clinical use

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and longevity under repeated sterilization cycles. The cutting edge is ground to provide a consistent bevel suitable for controlled bone removal and routine maintenance. The instrument is designed for reuse and compatible with standard hospital sterilization methods.

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