Howard Bone File #12 – Double Ended Plain Serrated, 18.5cm

Product Description

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Howard Bone File #12 – Double Ended Plain Serrated, 18.5cm / 7¼"

The Stellmacher Howard Bone File #12 is a precision surgical bone file designed for controlled smoothing, shaping, contouring, and refinement of bone surfaces during compatible surgical procedures. Its traditional double-ended design provides two serrated working surfaces within one instrument for convenient access and controlled manual filing.

Measuring 18.5 cm / 7¼ inches in overall length, the Howard #12 Bone File features plain serrated working ends and a textured anti-slip central handle for secure instrument control. Manufactured from German-grade stainless steel, it is designed as a reusable professional surgical instrument for orthopedic, oral, maxillofacial, dental, and other procedures requiring manual bone refinement.

Key Features

• Howard #12 Pattern: Traditional surgical bone file configuration designed for controlled bone smoothing, shaping, and contour refinement.
• Double-Ended Design: Two functional working ends provide versatile filing surfaces within a single surgical instrument.
• Plain Serrated Working Ends: Defined serrated surfaces support controlled manual filing and smoothing of suitable bone surfaces.
• 18.5 cm / 7¼" Overall Length: Provides a practical balance between surgical access, reach, and instrument control.
• Anti-Slip Serrated Handle: Textured central handle provides a secure grip for controlled movement and directional filing.
• German-Grade Stainless Steel: Durable stainless-steel construction designed for professional surgical use and repeated reprocessing.
• Reusable Surgical Instrument: Intended for repeated use when properly cleaned, inspected, sterilized, and maintained according to applicable validated procedures.

Product Specifications

Brand	Stellmacher Instruments Inc.
Product Name	Howard Bone File #12
Instrument Type	Surgical Bone File / Bone Rasp
Pattern	Howard #12
Overall Length	18.5 cm / 7¼"
Configuration	Double Ended
Working Surface	Plain Serrated
Handle	Anti-Slip Serrated Handle
Material	German-Grade Stainless Steel
Use Type	Reusable
Primary Function	Bone Smoothing, Shaping & Contouring
Instrument Category	Orthopedic / Bone Surgery Instruments

Double-Ended Howard #12 Design

The Howard #12 Bone File incorporates two working ends into one compact surgical instrument. This double-ended configuration allows the user to change working orientation without immediately switching instruments, supporting efficient handling during procedures that require bone smoothing or contour refinement.

Both working ends feature defined plain serrations designed to provide a controlled manual filing action across suitable bone surfaces.

Plain Serrated Filing Surfaces

The textured working ends are engineered for controlled bone filing, smoothing, and refinement. The serrated pattern provides a functional filing surface for reducing rough areas and refining bone contours through deliberate manual strokes.

The Howard #12 pattern is commonly identified within the professional instrument market as a double-ended bone file with plain serrations, making these characteristics important specifications when selecting the correct instrument.

Anti-Slip Serrated Handle

The central handle features pronounced longitudinal texturing to support a secure and controlled grip. This anti-slip surface helps the user maintain instrument orientation while applying controlled manual pressure during filing and contouring.

18.5 cm / 7¼" Working Length

At an overall length of 18.5 cm / 7¼ inches, the instrument provides practical reach while remaining compact enough for controlled manual manipulation. Its elongated shafts transition smoothly between the textured central handle and the working ends.

Applications & Usage

• Bone surface smoothing
• Bone contour refinement
• Manual bone filing
• Reduction of rough bone edges
• Orthopedic surgical procedures
• Oral surgical procedures
• Dental surgical procedures
• Maxillofacial procedures
• Reconstructive surgical procedures
• Procedures requiring controlled bone shaping or rasping

German-Grade Stainless Steel Construction

The Howard Bone File is manufactured from durable stainless steel for professional surgical use. Its one-piece working configuration provides structural stability while the polished shafts and precisely formed serrated sections support dependable handling during repeated clinical use.

Cleaning, Sterilization & Care

Inspect the instrument before each use, paying particular attention to the serrated filing surfaces, working ends, shafts, handle, and overall structural condition. Do not use the instrument if it is visibly damaged, bent, corroded, excessively worn, or otherwise compromised.

Cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, drying, handling, and storage should be performed according to your healthcare facility's validated reprocessing procedures and the applicable instructions for use. Particular attention should be given to thoroughly cleaning the serrated working surfaces before sterilization.

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