Bishop-Harmon Forceps — Pattern and Clinical Use
Bishop-Harmon forceps handle delicate tissue in ophthalmic and fine plastic surgery. The three perforations in the handle reduce weight and give a secure grip with minimal finger pressure, which reduces hand fatigue and improves control during long micro-surgical procedures. Tips are supplied toothed for tissue grip or serrated for atraumatic handling.
The pattern crosses over into dermatology and facial plastic surgery, where the same combination of fine tips and light weight suits delicate skin work — which makes it a line that sells into several catalogs at once.
Bishop-Harmon Forceps Variants and Specifications
Standard Bishop-Harmon patterns.
| Variant | Specification / use |
|---|---|
| 0.3 mm teeth | Fine tissue grip |
| 0.5 mm teeth | Firmer hold |
| Serrated tip | Atraumatic handling |
| Straight tip | Direct approach |
| Three-hole handle | Light weight, secure grip |
| Tying platform | Combined grasping and knot tying |
Material, Finish and Quality Control
We forge Bishop-Harmon forceps from AISI 420 martensitic stainless. Tip meeting and tooth mesh are inspected under magnification, and spring tension set light enough for extended micro-surgical use. Each batch passes Rockwell hardness testing, dimensional checks on tip meeting and spring lightness, and visual inspection under our ISO 13485 system before passivation and final finishing. Mirror and satin finishes are both available — satin is usually specified where glare under operating lights is a concern.
Who Sources Bishop-Harmon Forceps From Surgical Star
Bishop-Harmon forceps sell across ophthalmic, dermatology and facial plastic catalogs simultaneously, which makes them a strong multi-specialty line for distributors.
OEM, Certification and Ordering
Every Bishop-Harmon forceps can be produced as a private-label line: your logo laser-marked on the handle, your catalog numbers, and your own printed packaging, manufactured from your drawings or a reference sample. Production runs inside a documented ISO 13485 quality system, with CE marking under EU MDR 2017/745 and US FDA establishment registration behind it. Your shipment carries a certificate of conformity plus the ASTM F899 material certificate for the grade actually used.
Minimums stay deliberately low so a new brand can launch without a heavy first order, and pricing is quoted direct from the factory on volume tiers. Bulk production usually takes four to six weeks from sample approval, shipped DDP with export paperwork and HS codes handled. See how OEM & private label works →
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the handle have holes?
They reduce weight and provide a secure grip with minimal finger pressure, which reduces fatigue during long micro-surgical procedures.
Are they only used in ophthalmology?
No. The same pattern is widely used in dermatology and facial plastic surgery, where fine tips and light weight suit delicate skin work.
Toothed or serrated tips?
Toothed for secure tissue grip, serrated for atraumatic handling. Both are standard and many sets carry each.
Can you manufacture these under our own brand?
Yes — full OEM and private label. We laser-mark your logo and catalog numbers, pack in your branded boxes, and work from your drawings, tech pack or a reference sample, with a pre-production sample approved before any bulk run.
Send your pattern list, drawing or a reference sample and we’ll quote MOQ, pricing and lead time — standard catalog or fully private-label.
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