Helmut Zepf · Collection

Back Action Chisel

The Buser and TOUCHGRIP back-action chisel and bone scraper is made for scraping and harvesting autogenous bone chips and recontouring bone with a controlled pulling stroke. Helmut Zepf makes it in 5 configurations, all in Germany, and every one on this page ships from our US warehouse.

Since 1921 · Made in GermanyShips from the US
Back Action Chisel
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Guides & charts for this collection

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Which Back Action Chisel Do You Need?

Pick the blade-width pair you need, then the stainless steel Buser handle or the TOUCHGRIP design; every instrument in the collection is linked once below.

Buser back action chisels / bone scrapers, stainless steel handle3 items
Zepf No. Pattern or size
24.495.01 3 mm/4 mm
24.495.02 4 mm/5 mm
24.495.03 3 mm/5 mm

TOUCHGRIP design (Dr. Hürzeler / Dr. Zuhr)

Zepf No. Pattern or size
24.495.03HZU Buser bone curette 3 mm/5 mm, double-ended, matte working tips
24.744.70HZU Back action chisel 4 mm/5 mm combo, double-ended, exchangeable tips

Versions, Coatings and Handles

TOUCHGRIP is the Hürzeler / Zuhr series built for rotational control in surgical work, with matte working tips.

Warranty and Our Guarantee

Every Zepf instrument on this page carries a one-year Helmut Zepf Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. And because an instrument can only be judged in the hand, you have 60 days to return it for any reason — even after you have used it. Try it on real patients; if it is not the instrument for you, send it back.

Made in Germany by Helmut Zepf

Helmut Zepf has manufactured dental and surgical instruments in Germany for over 100 years. Every instrument on this page is forged, ground and finished by Zepf and carries its part number for traceability.

Clinical Use

  • Scraping and harvesting autogenous bone chips and recontouring bone with a controlled pulling stroke.
  • Control: keep a firm finger rest and use short, controlled strokes; these are hand instruments for precise work, not for force.
  • Sharpness: a dull edge crushes tissue instead of cutting it; check the edge before each case.

Sharpening, Retipping and Inserts

An instrument earns its keep only while it is sharp. Zepf instruments can be sharpened in the practice, sent to our sharpening and reconditioning service, or, on the interchangeable-insert versions, renewed in seconds by swapping the working ends. Sharpening stones and oil are in the diagnostic range.

Compare With

Related Helmut Zepf collections: Rhodes Back Action Chisel, Curette-Style Bone Scrapers, ZEPF Bone Scraper, Ochsenbein Chisels, Bone Chisels, and TOUCHGRIP Instruments. See also the Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart and the Surgical Instrument Glossary.

Related resources: Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart · Gracey Curette Numbers & Types Guide · Dental Hygiene Instruments

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FAQ

What is the Buser and TOUCHGRIP back-action chisel and bone scraper used for?

Scraping and harvesting autogenous bone chips and recontouring bone with a controlled pulling stroke.

Is it reusable?

Yes. Clean, disinfect and sterilize between patients; resharpen or send for reconditioning when the edge dulls.

Is there a warranty?

One year under the Helmut Zepf Warranty, and 60 days to return it for any reason, even after use.

Expert Help
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Made in Germany, shipped from the US
Helmut Zepf has been making instruments in Germany since 1921.

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