Clinical Application
This slim metal handle is designed to secure disposable scalpel blades for precision cutting tasks. The Fig. 7 pattern is favored when improved fingertip control and reach are required — for example, delicate skin incisions, fine soft-tissue dissection, and procedures performed in narrow or shallow operative corridors. It is commonly used in general surgery, plastic/reconstructive procedures, and any case where a slender, well-balanced grip improves surgical accuracy.
Design & Configuration
The elongated, narrow profile of the Fig. 7 handle provides a finer grip point and improved access compared with wider handles, allowing the surgeon to position the blade with greater tactility and precision in confined areas. A secure blade seating interface at the distal end ensures stable attachment of detachable blades during cutting, while the balanced weight distribution supports fingertip control for controlled, delicate movements.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Scalpel handle
- Pattern / model: Fig. 7
- Configuration: Metal, reusable handle for detachable blades
- Typical use: Precise incisions and fine dissection in confined operative fields
- Material: Stainless steel, autoclavable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to withstand repeated use and routine reprocessing. The instrument is designed for repeated sterilization cycles and durable clinical service life when processed following facility protocols.
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