Solid-Phase Kelsey Fry Curved Awl (18cm) for Precision Maxillofacial Wire Passage
The Kelsey Fry Curved Awl 18cm is a cornerstone of the reconstructive surgical kit, specifically engineered for the stable displacement of wires through soft tissue corridors. Functioning as a high-performance suture anchor, this 18cm model features a sharp, tapered tip with a distal eyelet for secure wire carrying. Adas Instruments ensures that each mandibular shield is balanced for center-point force transmission, allowing the surgeon to guide the instrument close to the bone surface while minimizing the risk of neurovascular injury. By utilizing the Kelsey Fry Curved Awl 18cm, practitioners benefit from a reinforced shank that prevents deflection during passage through dense fascia. We ship USA, Europe & worldwide via DHL, FedEx, and UPS to deliver German steel instruments that professionals trust for their mechanical integrity and anatomical efficiency.
Why Maxillofacial Specialists Choose Our Kelsey Fry Awl
- Aero-Pass Tip: Features a precision-honed point and integrated eyelet to act as a versatile suture anchor, ensuring the wire remains secure during the “pull-through” phase.
- Prime-View Stability: Specifically designed with a 18cm length and anatomical curve to function as a reliable mandibular shield, allowing for safe circummandibular wiring.
- High-Control Handle: The ergonomic handle of the Kelsey Fry Curved Awl 18cm provides a superior tactile feel, which is essential when navigating the submental and lingual spaces.
- Enduro-Steel Resilience: Forged from high-tempered surgical stainless steel, our Kelsey Fry Curved Awl 18cm is engineered to maintain its structural curvature and tip sharpness through repeated use.
Primary Surgical Applications
- Circummandibular wiring for the fixation of Gunning splints in edentulous patients.
- Utilizing the suture anchor function for the suspension of zygomatic-complex fractures.
- Performing efficient mandibular shield maneuvers to pass wires through the floor of the mouth using the Kelsey Fry Curved Awl 18cm.
- Securing bone grafts and surgical templates during complex facial reconstruction.
Technical Specifications Table
| Instrument Type | Kelsey Fry Curved Awl / Wire Carrier |
| Total Length | 18 cm (7.0″) |
| Tip Configuration | Sharp, Curved with Distal Eyelet |
| Material | Premium German Surgical Stainless Steel |
| Handle Style | Solid Ergonomic Handle |
| Sterilization | Fully Autoclavable |
| Application | Maxillofacial, Trauma, and Reconstructive Surgery |
For complete trauma workflows, this 18cm awl is often used alongside Obwegeser awls and wire twisting pliers. View our Surgical Awls, the obwegeser third molar retractor



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