Ryder Needle Holder
The Ryder needle holder is made for holding fine suture needles with narrow tungsten-carbide jaws, in the classic Ryder ring-handle form and the Lichtenberg-Ryder version with a detent latching mechanism. Helmut Zepf makes it in 3 versions, all in Germany, and every one on this page ships from our US warehouse.
Helmut Zepf GmbH
Regular price $516.99Unit price-
Helmut Zepf GmbH
Regular price $423.99Unit price -
Helmut Zepf GmbH
Regular price $279.99Unit price
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Which Ryder Needle Holder Do You Need?
Choose the classic ring-handle Ryder or the Lichtenberg-Ryder with its detent lock; every needle holder in the collection is linked once below.
Ryder needle holders, tungsten carbide jaws1 items
| Zepf No. | Pattern or size |
|---|---|
| 41.352.15TC | Ryder with ring handles, straight, 15 cm, tungsten carbide jaws |
Lichtenberg-Ryder needle holders, detent and latching mechanism2 items
| Zepf No. | Pattern or size |
|---|---|
| 41.318.17TC | Straight, 17 cm, tungsten carbide jaws |
| 41.317.17TC | Curved, 17 cm, tungsten carbide jaws |
Warranty and Our Guarantee
Every Zepf instrument on this page carries a one-year Helmut Zepf Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship (Zepf extraction forceps carry a lifetime warranty). 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 cases; 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
- Fine sutures: the slender jaws suit 5-0 and finer needles.
- Lichtenberg-Ryder: straight or curved, 17 cm, with a detent lock instead of a ratchet.
Care and Reconditioning
Zepf surgical instruments are resharpened, re-aligned and reconditioned by our sharpening and reconditioning service when the working end dulls. Clean, disinfect and sterilize between patients; our Surgical Instrument Reprocessing & Sterilization Guide covers the general workflow.
Compare With
Related Helmut Zepf collections: Needle Holders, Tungsten Carbide Needle Holders, Mayo-Hegar Needle Holders, Derf Needle Holders, Crile-Wood Needle Holders, Micro & Castroviejo Needle Holders, and Oral Surgery Instruments. See also the Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart and the Surgical Instrument Glossary.
FAQ
What is the Ryder needle holder used for?
Holding fine suture needles with narrow tungsten-carbide jaws, in the classic Ryder ring-handle form and the Lichtenberg-Ryder version with a detent latching mechanism.
Is it reusable?
Yes. Clean, disinfect and sterilize between patients like any surgical hand instrument, and return it for reconditioning when the working end dulls or the joint loosens.
Is there a warranty?
One year under the Helmut Zepf Warranty, and 60 days to return it for any reason, even after use.
