Metzenbaum Scissors - ToughCut
Alloy / Material: Surgical Stainless Steel (Inox) with hardened ToughCut blade insert Length: 14 cm Tip Shape: Curved Tips: Blunt/Blunt Blade: ToughCut hardened edge

Metzenbaum Scissors - ToughCut
The Metzenbaum Scissors - ToughCut pattern combines the thin-blade, blunt-tip Metzenbaum design — optimised for delicate dissection of fragile tissue — with FST's hardened ToughCut blade insert. The hardened edge holds sharpness through repeated use and handles slightly tougher tissue than standard Metzenbaum scissors without dulling. At 14 cm with a curved blunt tip, it is the standard dissecting scissor for small animal surgery.
Specifications
- Catalog number: 14116-14
- Material: Surgical Stainless Steel (Inox) with hardened ToughCut blade
- Length: 14 cm
- Tip Shape: Curved
- Tips: Blunt/Blunt
- Blade: ToughCut hardened edge
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Fine Science Tools microsurgery instruments — including forceps, scissors, and surgical clips — are standard in animal surgery labs worldwide. They are cited across thousands of neuroscience, physiology, and pharmacology studies involving rodent surgeries, stereotaxic procedures, and tissue preparation.
What is the Metzenbaum Scissors - ToughCut used for in animal research?
The Metzenbaum Scissors - ToughCut are precision dissecting scissors designed for delicate dissection of fragile tissue. The hardened ToughCut blade insert holds sharpness through repeated use and handles slightly tougher tissue than standard Metzenbaum scissors without dulling.
What material is the Metzenbaum Scissors - ToughCut made from?
The Metzenbaum Scissors - ToughCut body is manufactured from high-grade surgical stainless steel (Inox), with a hardened ToughCut insert on the cutting edge. This combination provides corrosion resistance plus long-lasting blade sharpness.
Is the Metzenbaum Scissors - ToughCut autoclavable and reusable?
Yes. The Metzenbaum ToughCut scissors withstand standard autoclave cycles (121 °C, 15 min) and can be reused across many procedures. The ToughCut blade is wear-resistant but should be inspected periodically.
Which animal species is the Metzenbaum Scissors - ToughCut appropriate for?
The 14 cm Metzenbaum ToughCut Scissors are suited to surgery on rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, and larger animals where delicate dissection of fascia and fragile tissue is needed. For mouse-only protocols, smaller scissors are typically preferred.
What is the difference between ToughCut and standard Metzenbaum scissors?
The ToughCut version (14116-14) has a hardened blade insert that holds sharpness longer than a standard Metzenbaum and can handle slightly tougher tissue without dulling. Standard Metzenbaum scissors are slightly less expensive but require more frequent sharpening or replacement. For frequent-use animal surgery suites, the ToughCut version is generally the better-value choice.
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