Abraham Tonsil Knife
Also known as: Abraham knife
Tonsil knife pattern with a small blade on a long slender shaft, used in tonsil surgery.
Reusable hand instrument
About the Abraham Tonsil Knife
The Abraham tonsil knife is a named tonsil knife pattern. A German instrument maker lists it in the US device registry under the GMDN term "tonsil knife" and the FDA product code for tonsil knives.
That device category describes a one-piece, reusable stainless-steel instrument with a long, slender shaft and a small, single-edged, scythe-like blade at the tip, with the cutting edge on the inner curve. The long shaft lets the blade reach the tonsil through the mouth while the handle stays outside.
Catalogue descriptions of the Abraham blade itself are inconsistent (angled, straight or with a rounded tip, depending on the listing), so buyers should compare the specific product image and description.
Product reference: Rigor Instruments — official product page. The listed company is shown as a source; check the catalogue for its role as manufacturer or supplier.
Common uses
- Tonsillectomy
Variations, sizes & configurations
Shapes
- Angled
Jaw, tip & blade configurations
- Sharp
Specifications vary by manufacturer. Confirm exact dimensions and patterns in the manufacturer’s catalogue.
Catalogue listings from manufacturers
| Brand | Catalogue item | Model no. | Size / length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rigor Instruments | Abraham Tonsil Knife (RI-S-1087) | RI-S-1087 | Official site ↗ | |
| Lenox Surgical Instruments | ABRAHAM Tonsil Knife 215mm | LS02-128 | 215mm | Official site ↗ |
| Hexamed | Abraham Tonsil Knife 21cm | FA.0074.21 | 21cm | Official site ↗ |
| Sklar Surgical Instruments | Sklar® Abraham Tonsil Knife – 7-1/2, Curved, Blunt | 75-7580 | 7-1/2" / 190.0 mm | Official site ↗ |
| Sklar Surgical Instruments | Sklar® Abraham Tonsil Knife – 8-1/4, Straight, Sharp | 75-7582 | 8-1/4" / 210 mm | Official site ↗ |
5 items listed in manufacturers’ own online catalogues, with sizes and model numbers as published. Check the exact item on the manufacturer’s page before ordering.
Companies offering this instrument
Rigor Instruments
Sialkot, Pakistan
Sialkot surgical instrument manufacturer with its own factory, offering spine, laparoscopy and obstetrics instruments and custom orders.
Shown only where the company’s own catalogue or website lists this instrument.
Further reading
- How to Read a Surgical Instrument CataloguePatterns, lengths, tips, locks, materials and finishes: the catalogue terms buyers need to compare instrument offers like for…
- Stainless Steel Grades and Finishes for Surgical InstrumentsMartensitic vs austenitic steel, ISO 7153-1 and ASTM F899, tungsten carbide inserts, titanium, and satin vs mirror finishes…
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Questions about the Abraham Tonsil Knife
What is an Abraham Tonsil Knife used for?
Tonsil knife pattern with a small blade on a long slender shaft, used in tonsil surgery.
What other names is the Abraham Tonsil Knife known by?
The Abraham Tonsil Knife is also known as Abraham knife.
Which configurations of the Abraham Tonsil Knife are documented?
This guide records these variations, shapes: Angled; jaw, tip or blade: Sharp. See variations, sizes & configurations for the full list.
Where can I find catalogue listings for the Abraham Tonsil Knife?
5 items matching this pattern are listed from manufacturers’ own online catalogues: Sklar Surgical Instruments (2), Hexamed (1), Lenox Surgical Instruments (1) and Rigor Instruments (1). The catalogue table gives each model number and size as published, with a link to the official product page.
Which companies offer the Abraham Tonsil Knife?
Companies whose own catalogues list the Abraham Tonsil Knife include Rigor Instruments. Check the exact pattern and size with the company.
Which instruments are related to the Abraham Tonsil Knife?
Other knives & scalpel handles in this directory include Beaver Scalpel Handle, Catlin Amputation Knife, Esmarch Plaster Knife and Fowler Tonsil Knife. See all knives & scalpel handles.
What should I check when sourcing scalpel handles and knives?
- Pattern and size: compare the handle number or size and the blade sizes it takes with the supplier’s catalogue drawing or a sample. For the Abraham Tonsil Knife this page records Angled shapes and Sharp tips.
- Material: confirm the exact steel grade or alloy in the supplier’s documentation, such as the material specification or certificate.
- Finish and any coating, as stated by the supplier.
- Regulatory marking or registration required in your target market (see medical device certifications).
- Reprocessing: the cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation instructions in the manufacturer’s instructions for use (IFU).
Sources
- rigorinstruments.com/general-surgical-instruments/abraham-tonsil-knife-ri-s-1087/
- accessgudid.nlm.nih.gov/devices/04046826131029
- instrumentarium.ca/us/abraham-tonsil-knife-21cm-n-30-603.html
Last checked 29 Oct 2026. Information is general reference, not clinical guidance.
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