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SKU:PS-P-00028
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Baron Scalpel Handle No.3 130mm is a reusable stainless steel surgical blade handle designed for controlled incision, soft-tissue dissection, pathology, post mortem, dental, and laboratory procedures. The standard No.3 blade fitment supports a wide range of small-pattern surgical blades, while the 130 mm handle length provides a practical balance of reach, control, and blade positioning.
The handle is intended for professional use in hospitals, clinics, surgical departments, pathology laboratories, mortuaries, dental settings, veterinary facilities, and medical training environments where interchangeable surgical blades are routinely used.
The No.3 pattern is one of the most widely used reusable scalpel handle configurations. Its standardized blade fitment is designed for small-pattern surgical blades used across a broad range of incision and dissection procedures.
The relatively flat handle profile provides a direct connection between the user's hand and the mounted blade, allowing controlled changes in cutting direction during both general and detailed procedural work.
The Baron Scalpel Handle measures 130 mm, equivalent to approximately 5.25 inches. This length provides a compact working profile suitable for routine surgical and dissection tasks without adding unnecessary bulk around the operative or examination field.
The 130 mm format is appropriate for users who prefer a standard-size reusable handle for general-purpose blade control.
The handle uses the standard No.3 blade fitment. Common compatible blade patterns include No.10, No.11, No.12, and No.15, with additional No.3-fitment blade options available depending on the selected blade manufacturer.
Blade compatibility should always be confirmed before use. Swann-Morton lists its No.3 handle as compatible with multiple small-pattern blades, including No.10, No.11, No.12, and No.15 patterns.
The distal end of the handle incorporates a slotted blade-mounting section designed to receive a compatible detachable surgical blade. The blade slides onto the mounting rail until it is seated securely in the intended working position.
This interchangeable system allows the same reusable handle to be used with different compatible blade shapes according to the procedural requirement, while the blade itself can be changed between procedures or tasks.
The handle includes a textured gripping section intended to improve finger contact and handling stability. This surface provides tactile feedback during instrument positioning and helps support controlled blade orientation during incision and dissection.
The grip profile can accommodate common hand positions used with surgical scalpels, including fingertip and pen-style handling techniques depending on the procedure and operator preference.
The Baron Scalpel Handle is manufactured from stainless steel for reusable professional instrument use. Stainless steel provides the rigidity required to support interchangeable blades while also allowing routine cleaning, inspection, sterilization, and repeated reprocessing.
Before use, the handle should be inspected for surface damage, corrosion, deformation, contamination, and wear around the blade-mounting area that could interfere with proper blade seating.
The No.3 scalpel handle is suitable for general surgical procedures requiring controlled skin or soft-tissue incision. The selected blade pattern determines the cutting profile, allowing the handle to be adapted for broader incisions, fine puncture work, curved cutting paths, or detailed dissection.
Because the handle accommodates multiple small-pattern blades, it can be incorporated into a wide range of general surgery and minor procedure instrument sets.
Within pathology and post mortem environments, the Baron Scalpel Handle No.3 can be used with compatible blades for initial incisions, soft-tissue dissection, specimen preparation, and gross anatomical examination.
The handle's reusable stainless steel construction makes it suitable for inclusion in professional autopsy and pathology instrument sets where detachable blade systems are preferred.
The No.3 fitment is also commonly used in dental and oral surgical procedures where compact blade patterns are required for controlled mucosal incisions, periodontal access, and other fine soft-tissue procedures.
Blade selection should be based on the intended procedure, access requirements, and clinician preference.
The Baron Scalpel Handle can also be used in anatomical laboratories, teaching environments, and research settings for specimen preparation and controlled dissection. Its reusable format allows different blade profiles to be selected according to the type of tissue or specimen being examined.
| Product Name | Baron Scalpel Handle |
|---|---|
| Instrument Type | Reusable Surgical Scalpel Handle |
| Handle Pattern | No.3 |
| Overall Length | 130 mm (5.25 in) |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blade Fitment | No.3 Small-Pattern Fitment |
| Common Compatible Blades | No.10, No.11, No.12, No.15 |
| Grip Design | Textured Handle Surface |
| Primary Function | Holding Interchangeable Surgical Blades |
| Applications | Surgery, Dissection, Pathology, Post Mortem, Dental and Laboratory Use |
| Reusable | Yes |
| SKU | PS-P-00028 |
Compatible blades should be mounted carefully onto the No.3 fitment using an appropriate blade-handling technique. The blade must be fully seated before use so that it remains aligned with the handle during cutting.
Blade removal should follow the facility's sharps-safety procedure. A blade remover or suitable instrument should be used where required to reduce direct contact with the exposed cutting edge.
After blade removal, the handle should be cleaned according to the facility's validated reusable-instrument protocol. Particular attention should be given to the blade-mounting slot and textured gripping section where biological material or debris may collect.
After cleaning, inspect the instrument for cleanliness, surface condition, blade-fitment integrity, and deformation before sterilization. Reprocessing, drying, sterilization, and storage should follow the procedures applicable to reusable stainless steel surgical instruments.
Before mounting a blade, confirm that the distal fitment is clean and free from visible deformation. The blade should seat in the intended position without abnormal looseness or interference.
Do not use the handle if the mounting area, grip, shaft, or overall instrument body shows damage that may affect safe and controlled use.
What is the Baron Scalpel Handle No.3 used for?
It is used to hold compatible small-pattern surgical blades during incision, dissection, pathology, post mortem, dental, and laboratory procedures.
What is the overall length?
The handle measures 130 mm, equivalent to approximately 5.25 inches.
Which blades fit the No.3 handle?
Common compatible blade patterns include No.10, No.11, No.12, and No.15. Additional No.3-fitment blades may also be compatible depending on the blade manufacturer.
Does the handle fit larger No.20 or No.22 blades?
No. Larger blade patterns generally use a No.4-type fitment rather than the No.3 fitment used by this handle.
What material is the handle made from?
The instrument is manufactured from stainless steel for reusable professional use.
Is the Baron Scalpel Handle reusable?
Yes. The stainless steel handle is reusable and should be cleaned, inspected, and reprocessed according to the facility's validated instrument-care procedures.
Is the surgical blade included?
The product is a reusable scalpel handle. Blade supply should be confirmed separately unless specifically stated in the product configuration.
What is the Peak Surgicals SKU?
The SKU is PS-P-00028.
