The Swann-Morton Size 10 surgical blade features a pronounced curved cutting edge, making it one of the most widely used blade shapes in general surgery. Its rounded belly is purpose-built for making clean incisions and cutting soft tissue with precision and control.

Every blade is manufactured with Swann-Morton's signature dual-edge grind: a smooth razor edge backed by a micro-serrated support edge. This design gives surgeons tactile feedback during cutting, helping maintain consistent depth control while leaving smooth, even tissue margins, an advantage over single-edge blades, which can feel sharper initially but lose that edge more quickly with use.

Constructed from carbon steel, this blade offers an excellent balance of initial sharpness and edge retention, making it a preferred choice where cutting performance is the priority. As with most carbon steel instruments, exposure to certain cleaning solutions may cause surface staining over time, this is cosmetic and does not affect blade performance.

Each blade is individually wrapped and terminally sterilized, ready for immediate use in surgical and clinical settings. Compatible with standard size 3 scalpel handles.

Details

• Size 10 surgical blade — curved cutting edge
• Designed for incisions and soft tissue cutting
• Carbon steel construction for sharp, durable performance
• Dual-edge grind: razor edge with micro-serrated support
• Sterile, individually wrapped
• Fits size 3 scalpel handles
• Box of 100

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Size 10 scalpel blade used for?
The Size 10 blade's curved edge makes it ideal for general-purpose incisions and cutting soft tissue, making it one of the most commonly stocked blade sizes in surgical settings.

What handle does the Size 10 blade fit?
This blade is designed to fit standard size 3 scalpel handles.

Is carbon steel or stainless steel better for surgical blades?
Carbon steel blades typically offer superior initial sharpness and edge retention, while stainless steel resists staining from cleaning solutions. The choice often comes down to whether cutting performance or corrosion resistance is the higher priority.