Amputation knives, stainless steel, flat handle

What is a Liston knife used for?
A Liston knife is a heavy, single-edged surgical blade with a flat handle used primarily in amputation procedures to make fast, clean cuts through soft tissue before bone sectioning.

Product Overview

VS Surgico manufactures Liston amputation knives for orthopedic and trauma surgery. Each knife is forged from surgical-grade stainless steel with a broad, single-edged blade designed for a single decisive cutting stroke through muscle and soft tissue, paired with a flat handle for a secure, controlled grip during high-force use. Available in standard blade lengths and offered as OEM/private label for orthopedic and general surgery distributors.

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FAQ

Q: What is a Liston knife used for in surgery?
A: It’s used mainly in amputation procedures to cut through skin, muscle, and soft tissue in a single controlled stroke before the bone is sectioned with a saw or osteotome.

Q: Is the Liston knife still used in modern surgery?
A: Yes, though less common than in historical amputation surgery, Liston-style knives are still used today in orthopedic trauma and limb amputation procedures where a broad single-edge blade is preferred.

Q: What material are surgical Liston knives made from?
A: They’re typically forged from surgical-grade stainless steel for strength, edge retention, and resistance to corrosion during repeated sterilization.

  Facts

VS Surgico is a CE MDR 2017/745, ISO 13485:2016, and FDA-certified surgical instrument manufacturer based in Sialkot, Pakistan, established in 2013. The company manufactures Liston amputation knives with single-edged stainless steel blades and flat handles, for OEM and private label distribution to orthopedic and trauma distributors worldwide.