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General Surgery Instruments

Every specialty has its own instruments. General surgery has the ones everybody else borrowed. Metzenbaum scissors, Adson forceps, Kelly and Crile haemostats, Allis and Babcock tissue forceps, Backhaus towel clamps — these are the patterns that appear on a basic laparotomy tray and then turn up again in orthopaedics, gynaecology, plastics and the emergency department.

This collection gathers the classic general-surgery patterns we stock, across scissors, forceps, haemostats, clamps and needle holders. Individual practices can order any instrument directly. Hospital procurement teams, distributors and buyers working to a tender or RFQ can contact our team for bulk pricing and quoted line items.

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    6 1/4" Crile Hemostatic Forceps, Curved

    These 6 1/4" curved Crile forceps are designed for clamping blood vessels and controlling bleeding during surgical procedures. The serrated jaws en...

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    6 1/2" Love Adson Elevator

    6 1/2" Love Adson Elevator is a precision surgical instrument designed for fine periosteal elevation and tissue manipulation in neurosurgery, ortho...

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    6 1/16" Debakey-Adson Suction Tube

    The 6 1/16" Debakey-Adson Suction Tube is a surgical suction instrument that combines the features of both the Debakey and Adson styles, making it ...

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    5" Micro Mosquito Forceps, Straight X-Delicate

    These 5" micro mosquito forceps feature a straight design with extra delicate jaws, ideal for clamping small blood vessels or tissues during delica...

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    5" Micro Mosquito Forceps, Curved X-Delicate

    These 5" micro mosquito forceps feature a curved design with extra delicate jaws, perfect for clamping small blood vessels or tissues during highly...

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    5" Micro Mosquito Artery Forceps, 1 Straight and 2 Curved

    These 5" micro mosquito artery forceps come in a set featuring one straight and two curved designs, ideal for clamping small blood vessels or tissu...

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    5" Micro Mosquito Artery Forceps, 1 and 2 Straight

    These 5" micro mosquito artery forceps feature two straight designs, perfect for clamping small blood vessels or tissues during delicate surgical p...

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    5" Jacobson Micro Mosquito Forceps, Straight

    These 5" Jacobson micro mosquito forceps feature a straight design, ideal for clamping small blood vessels or tissues during delicate surgical proc...

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    5" Jacobson Micro Mosquito Forceps, Curved

    These 5" Jacobson micro mosquito forceps feature a curved design, perfect for clamping small blood vessels or tissues during highly delicate and pr...

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    5" Halsted Mosquito Forceps, 1" Curved Titanium Shaft

    Features a curved 1" titanium shaft for enhanced precision and durability. These fine, lightweight forceps are ideal for clamping small vessels and...

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    5" DeBakey Mosquito Forceps, Straight

    These 5" DeBakey mosquito forceps feature a straight design with fine, atraumatic jaws, ideal for clamping small blood vessels or tissues during de...

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    5" DeBakey Mosquito Forceps, Curved

    Features delicate, atraumatic DeBakey serrations ideal for fine vessel handling in microsurgical and vascular procedures. The curved design allows ...

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    5 1/8" Pean Artery Forceps, Regular Type, Straight

    These 5 1/8" Pean artery forceps are designed with straight jaws and a regular type construction, ideal for clamping larger blood vessels during su...

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    5 1/8" Baby Allis Tissue Forceps with Straight, Delicate 4x5 Teeth

    The 5 1/8" Baby Allis Tissue Forceps with Straight, Delicate 4x5 Teeth is a small, precision forceps designed for securely grasping delicate tissue...

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    5 1/4" Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder

    The 5 1/4" Holder for Mayo Hegar Needle is a surgical instrument designed to securely grip and control Mayo Hegar needles during suturing. Its ergo...

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    5 1/4" Petite Point Babcock Forceps, 6mm Jaw

    These 5 1/4" Babcock forceps feature a petite point design with a 6mm atraumatic jaw, ideal for gently grasping delicate tissues without causing da...

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    5 1/2" Satinsky Pediatric Clamp and Cooley jaws

    A 5 1/2" Satinsky pediatric clamp with Cooley jaws is designed for delicate pediatric vascular procedures, offering secure and atraumatic vessel oc...

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    5 1/2" Pean-Slim Artery Forceps, Delicately Curved

    These 5 1/2" Pean-Slim artery forceps feature delicately curved jaws, ideal for clamping small blood vessels with precision during surgical procedu...

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    5 1/2" Mayo Scissors, curved round

    The 5 1/2" Mayo scissors, curved round, are precision surgical scissors designed for cutting soft tissues with minimal risk of damage. The curved b...

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    5 1/2" Mayo Scissors, curved and beveled

    The 5 1/2" Mayo scissors, curved and beveled, are precision surgical scissors designed for cutting delicate tissues with great accuracy. The curved...

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    5 1/2" Kocher Forceps, Slender, Curved

    These 5 1/2" Kocher forceps feature a slender curved design, ideal for clamping tissues or blood vessels during surgical procedures. The curved jaw...

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    5 1/2" Kelly Hemostatic Forceps, Straight, Titanium

    Crafted from premium titanium, these forceps offer a lightweight, non-magnetic alternative with exceptional strength. The straight jaws feature sta...

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    5 1/2" Kelly Hemostatic Forceps, Curved, Titanium

    Lightweight and corrosion-resistant, these titanium Kelly forceps offer excellent control and durability. The curved jaws provide improved acce...

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    5 1/2" Kelly Hemostatic Forceps, Curved

    These 5 1/2" Kelly forceps feature a curved design with partially serrated jaws, making them ideal for clamping larger blood vessels and manipulati...

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    5 1/2" Halsted Mosquito Artery Forceps, Large, Curved

    Large, curved pattern. Designed for precise hemostasis, these forceps feature finely serrated jaws for secure grip on small vessels, ideal for gene...

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    5 1/2" Crile Hemostatic Forceps, Straight, Titanium

    Crafted from premium titanium for exceptional strength and lightweight handling. The straight jaws provide precise clamping and control, ideal for ...

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    5 1/2" Crile Hemostatic Forceps, Curved, Titanium

    Precision-crafted from lightweight titanium, these curved Crile forceps offer superior strength and corrosion resistance. The 5 1/2" length provide...

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    5 1/2" Allis Tissue Forceps, 3x4 Teeth

    These 5 1/2" Allis tissue forceps are equipped with 3x4 teeth on the jaws, providing a firm and secure grip on tissues during surgical procedures. ...

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    5 1/2" Adson Baby Hemo Forceps, Very Delicate, Narrow Curvature

    These 5 1/2" Adson Baby hemostatic forceps feature a very delicate, narrow curvature, designed for precise clamping of small blood vessels or tissu...

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    5 1/2 "Mayo Scissors" with a straight beveled edge

    The 5 1/2-inch Mayo scissors with a straight beveled edge are compact, precision surgical instruments designed for cutting dense tissue with contro...

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    5 1/2 "Gemini-Mixter" forceps with fully curved jaws

    The 5 1/2" Gemini-Mixter forceps with fully curved jaws are precision surgical instruments designed for handling, clamping, or dissecting tissues i...

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    45 cm Allis Grasp Forceps with Clear Flushable Shaft, Ratchet, and Insulated Shaft

    The 45 cm Allis Grasp Forceps with Clear Flushable Shaft, Ratchet, and Insulated Shaft offer secure tissue manipulation with electrosurgical safety...

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    4 3/8" Crile Retractor

    A compact, portable surgical retractor intended for superficial treatments that need the retraction of sensitive soft tissues. Built from surgical-...

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    4 3/4" Adson Tissue Forceps with 1x2 Teeth, Serrated

    The 4 3/4" Adson Tissue Forceps with 1x2 Teeth, Serrated is a precision surgical forceps featuring interlocking 1x2 teeth and serrated tips for a s...

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    4 3/4" Adson Dressing Forceps with Delicate Tip

    The 4 3/4" Adson Dressing Forceps with Delicate Tips is a precision forceps designed for handling dressings and tissues with delicate, fine tips. I...

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    4 3/4" Adson Dressing Forceps - Standard Pattern

    The 4 3/4" Adson Dressing Forceps - Standard Pattern is a surgical forceps designed for grasping and handling dressings and delicate tissues. Featu...

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    37 cm Allis Forceps with Rota-Loc-Clear Atraumatic Long Jaw

    These 37 cm Allis Forceps are designed to provide secure tissue handling in laparoscopic or minimally invasive surgeries. The Rota-Loc-Clear mechan...

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    3/4" Gorney-Adson D/D Tying Platform Forceps with 1x2 Teeth

    These precision forceps feature a 3/4" jaw and 1x2 tooth design for secure, atraumatic tissue handling. The double diamond (D/D) tying platform pro...

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    3 1/2" Hartman Mosquito Hemo Forceps, Curved

    These 3 1/2" Hartman mosquito hemostatic forceps feature a curved design, perfect for clamping small blood vessels or tissues during delicate surgi...

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    3 1/2" Hartman Mosquito Artery Forceps, Straight

    These 3 1/2" Hartman mosquito artery forceps feature a straight design, ideal for clamping small blood vessels during delicate surgical procedures....

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    2 3/4" Satinsky Bulldog Clamp

    The 2 3/4" Satinsky Bulldog clamp is crafted for secure vessel occlusion in vascular surgeries, offering reliable control with a strong grip and pr...

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    18" Babcock Tissue Forceps

    The 18" Babcock Tissue Forceps is an extra-long forceps designed for atraumatic grasping of delicate tissues such as intestines or fallopian tubes....

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    16 1/2" Rankin-Crile Forceps and 11" Curved Forceps with 1 1/2 Teeth

    This set offers versatility for deep surgical fields. The long Rankin-Crile provides strong, reliable hemostasis with a firm grip, while the 11" cu...

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    12" Rochester-Ochs Forceps, Curved

    Surgical forceps designed for clamping large vessels or tissue in deep or challenging areas. The curved jaws allow for better access and control, w...

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    12" Crile-Wood Needle Holder, Straight, Tungsten Carbide (TC)

    The 12" Crile-Wood Needle Holder, Straight "GG" is a high-precision surgical instrument designed for handling needles with accuracy and control in ...

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    12 1/2" Kelly Ovary/Polypus Forceps, 18mm, Curved Jaws

    These 12 1/2" Kelly forceps are designed for use in gynecological procedures, specifically for handling ovaries or polyps. With 18mm jaws and a cur...

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    12 1/2 Mixter right angled Clamp

    The 12 1/2" Mixter Right Angled Clamp is a surgical instrument designed for precise manipulation and control during certain types of surgery, espec...

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    11" Mayo Scissors, Straight Beveled, Super-Cut

    The 11" Mayo scissors, straight beveled, Super-Cut, are surgical scissors designed for cutting tougher tissues. The straight, beveled blades allow ...

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What This Collection Covers

  • Metzenbaum dissecting scissors — straight and curved, sharp/sharp and blunt, tungsten-carbide and supercut, 15–28cm, plus Metzenbaum-Fino patterns
  • Mayo scissors and Mayo-Hegar needle holders — straight and curved, supercut and TC options, left-handed patterns
  • Adson tissue forceps — and the Beckman-Adson self-retaining retractors
  • Allis tissue forceps — the classic toothed grasper
  • Babcock forceps — atraumatic fenestrated jaws for bowel and delicate tissue
  • Kelly and Crile haemostats — straight and curved, including titanium
  • Kocher / Rochester-Ochsner — toothed haemostats that hold fascia
  • Rochester-Pean and Pean — from 13cm up to 40.5cm long-reach
  • Halsted-Mosquito — the fine 12.5cm haemostats, smooth and toothed
  • Mixter and Overholt-Mixter — right-angle dissecting forceps
  • Satinsky clamps — atraumatic vascular occlusion
  • Backhaus towel clamps — for securing drapes to the field

Atraumatic or Toothed? The Tray Logic

A general tray carries what looks like a confusing number of graspers. There is a clear logic to it, and it comes down to what the tissue can survive.

Toothed instruments — Allis, Kocher, Adson with teeth — bite. They will not slip off fascia, skin edge or a tough tendon, and they are how you get real purchase during closure. They also leave marks, so they stay off anything you need to keep intact.

Atraumatic instruments — Babcock above all, with its rounded fenestrated jaws — hold without crushing. A Babcock on bowel, ureter or appendix grips enough to manipulate and not enough to damage. That is the whole design.

Smooth-serrated instruments — Kelly, Crile, Pean — sit in between: enough grip to occlude a vessel, no teeth to perforate it.

Get this wrong in either direction and you pay for it. A Babcock on fascia slips; an Allis on bowel perforates.

How to Choose

Scissor blade profile. Metzenbaum blades are long-shanked with short blades — built for blunt dissection through tissue planes. Mayo blades are heavier and shorter-shanked, for cutting fascia and suture. Using a Metzenbaum as a suture scissor is the fastest way to ruin one.

Tungsten carbide. TC inserts hold a cutting edge or a grip far longer under repeated autoclaving. On scissors and needle holders used daily, the extra cost pays back. Plain stainless is fine for occasional use.

Supercut. A supercut blade carries a honed razor edge along one side. It cuts fine, mobile tissue with less crush and less tendency to push tissue ahead of the blades.

Length. Match the instrument to the depth of the field, not the size of the incision. If the handles end up inside your working space, the instrument is too short.

Left-handed patterns. Mayo-Hegar and Crile-Wood are stocked in left-handed versions, because a right-handed ratchet works against a left hand.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are in a basic general surgery set?
Typically: a scalpel handle, Metzenbaum and Mayo scissors, Adson and Allis forceps, several Kelly or Crile haemostats in both curvatures, a needle holder, a retractor pair, and towel clamps. Everything on that list is stocked here.

What is the difference between Metzenbaum and Mayo scissors?
Blade-to-shank ratio and weight. Metzenbaums are lighter with short blades on long shanks, for dissecting tissue. Mayos are heavier with a longer blade, for cutting fascia and suture. They are not interchangeable.

Allis or Babcock?
Allis has sharp interlocking teeth and grips hard — for fascia and tissue you are removing. Babcock has smooth fenestrated jaws — for bowel, appendix and anything that must not be crushed.

What is a Backhaus towel clamp for?
Securing surgical drapes to the patient or to each other so the sterile field stays where it was set. The sharp curved points penetrate the drape and lock with a ratchet.

Do you supply these individually or as sets?
Individually — every instrument here can be ordered on its own. For a full general set or a theatre tray, send us your list and our team will quote it line by line, with bulk pricing for distributors and hospital procurement.

Related categories: hemostatic forceps, surgical forceps, surgical scissors, needle holders, surgical retractors and surgical clamps.

Completing the tray: knife handles, hand-held retractors, probes, suction tubes, dissectors, sterilization containers and surgical sets.