A suture you cannot grip costs time nobody has.

740 variants across 15 series, 400 of them with a tungsten carbide insert for a secure grip even on the finest suture. Jaw size, ratchet and handle to choose from, balance set by hand. Made in Aach, certified to ISO 13485:2016.

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Golfball grip, 30% less fatigue
Ergonomic indentations reduce grip pressure during long procedures.
With, without or soft lock
Three lock variants for every surgical technique and personal preference.
15 models, 740 variants
Jacobson, Castroviejo, Coronary, Golfball, the right choice for every specialty.

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Certified to ISO 13485:201615 Models740 Variants100% Made in Germany

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Where craftsmanship meets high-tech.

Every needle holder goes through over 40 manufacturing steps. CNC precision, inserted tungsten carbide jaws and the final polish by hand, until the grip fits perfectly.

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Highlights

What makes our needle holders special.

Material

Three materials, your choice

Stainless steel, titanium or or with a tungsten carbide insert in the jaw. 400 of the 740 versions carry a TC insert.

Ergonomics

Golfball grip

Ergonomic indentations reduce grip pressure and fatigue during long procedures by up to 30%.

Technology

With, without or soft lock

Three lock variants for every surgical technique and every personal preference.

Selection

15 models, 740 variants

Jacobson, Castroviejo, Coronary, Golfball, the right choice for every specialty.

Origin

100% Made in Germany

Manufactured to ISO 13485:2016. Over 40 manufacturing steps per instrument, fully documented.

Quality

Micrometer precision

Every instrument is inspected under the microscope. No compromise, no exception.

Materials

Three materials. One standard: Perfection.

Classic

Stainless steel

Robust, durable and suitable for nearly every application. The proven surgical standard.

Premium

Titanium

Lighter, stronger, non-magnetic. For fatigue-free work and the highest demands.

Refined

Tungsten carbide insert

A tungsten carbide insert in the jaw for a secure hold on the suture and a markedly longer service life.

Application

Developed for every specialty.

Vascular surgery

Finest anastomoses

Vessels of 1-3 mm diameter require absolutely precise needle guidance. Our needle holders deliver it.

Neurosurgery

Bayonet design

Every micrometer counts. The bayonet needle holders offer perfect sight and control in deep fields.

Plastic surgery

Aesthetic results

Precise suturing for the finest, inconspicuous results. The right instrument makes the difference.

Cardiac surgery

Coronary needle holder

On the open heart there is no second chance. The coronary needle holder provides the decisive hold.

Ophthalmic surgery

Castroviejo series

The finest instruments for the finest surgery. The Castroviejo series is specially developed for it.

Model selection

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Jacobson

The versatile all-rounder of microsurgery. With, without or soft lock, in stainless steel, titanium or TC.

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Castroviejo

The finest for ophthalmic and plastic surgery. Round handle, straight or curved jaws.

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Coronary

Developed for cardiac surgery. Duckbill jaw and flat handle for a secure hold on the heart.

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Golfball

The ergonomic classic. Golfball indentations for 30% less fatigue during long procedures.

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Bayonet

For deep surgical fields. The angled design enables a clear view in neurosurgery and ENT.

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Standard

The reliable companion for general surgery. Proven, robust and available in many lengths.

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Technical data

All specifications at a glance.

Jacobson

Lock: With, without, soft lock
Material: Stainless steel, titanium, TC insert
Handle: Round, flat, Golfball
Lengths: 14, 16, 18, 21, 23 cm
Jaw: Standard, inserted, coated
Standard: ISO 13485:2016

Castroviejo

Lock: With, without lock
Material: Stainless steel, titanium
Handle: Round handle
Lengths: 14, 16, 18 cm
Jaw: Standard straight, curved
Use: Ophthalmic, plastic, microsurgery

Coronary

Models: Standard, large handle
Material: Stainless steel, titanium
Handle: Flat handle (ergonomically wide)
Lengths: 18, 21, 23 cm
Jaw: Duckbill jaw
Use: Cardiac surgery, bypass

Golfball

Handle: Golfball (ergonomic indentations)
Material: Stainless steel, titanium
Lock: With, without, soft lock
Lengths: 16, 18, 21 cm
Benefit: Up to 30% less fatigue
Standard: ISO 13485:2016

Bayonet

Design: Angled (bayonet)
Material: Stainless steel, titanium
Lengths: 18, 20, 23 cm
Benefit: Clear line of sight in deep fields
Use: Neurosurgery, ENT
Standard: ISO 13485:2016

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A suture you cannot grip costs time nobody has.

Golfball grip, 30% less fatigue

With, without or soft lock

15 models, 740 variants

Where craftsmanship meets high-tech.

What makes our needle holders special.

Three materials. One standard: Perfection.

Developed for every specialty.

Discover all needle holders here.

All specifications at a glance.

Jacobson

Castroviejo

Coronary

Golfball

Bayonet

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