Busch Diamond Football (Egg) Bur | Busch No. 8379 018 – Fine Grit, Red Ring – FG | Pack of 2
The diamond football (egg) fine grit dental bur from Busch & Co. GmbH is a precision-engineered rotary instrument designed for demanding restorative and prosthetic procedures. Featuring an egg-shaped (ovoid) diamond grit head with a fine grit designation and a red ring colour-coding, this instrument offers controlled, refined cutting performance for exacting clinical applications.
Product Specifications
- Shape: Football (Egg) (Ovoid)
- Grit: Fine (Red Ring)
- ISO Classification: 806 314 277 514 018
- Pack Contents: 2 burs per pack
- Manufacturer: Busch & Co. GmbH — Made in Germany
Clinical Applications
This diamond football (egg) fine grit dental bur is well-suited for a range of restorative and prosthetic workflows, including:
- Filling Treatment: Precise finishing and contouring of restorative materials for optimal surface adaptation.
- Crown Preparation: Accurate tooth reduction and margin refinement to support consistent prosthetic outcomes.
The fine grit configuration of this diamond football (egg) fine grit dental bur makes it particularly appropriate for finishing and detail work where surface quality and minimal tissue disruption are essential priorities.
Instrument Dimensions
| Head Ø | 1.8 mm (ISO size 018) |
|---|---|
| Shank | FG (Friction Grip) — 1.60 mm Ø, 19 mm overall length (ISO 314) |
Per ISO 6360, the size number is the maximum head diameter in tenths of a millimeter. See our Busch Bur Size Chart for the full size conversion table, shank codes, and color ring guide.
German Engineering Quality
Manufactured in Germany by Busch & Co. GmbH, this instrument reflects decades of precision craftsmanship. Each diamond football (egg) fine grit dental bur is produced to consistent dimensional and quality standards, supporting reliable, repeatable results across clinical settings.

FAQ
What does the red ring indicate? The red ring colour-coding designates fine grit, following the internationally recognised ISO colour-coding standard for diamond rotary instruments.
What is the ISO classification for this bur? The ISO classification is 806 314 277 514 018, as specified by the manufacturer.
How many burs are included per pack? Each pack contains 2 burs.
What procedures is this bur recommended for? It is recommended for filling treatment and crown preparation applications.
Compare With
| Manufacturer | Reference |
|---|---|
| Komet (Gebr. Brasseler) | 8379.314.018 |
| Brasseler USA | 8379.31.018 |
| Meisinger | 8379-018-FG |
| NTI (Kerr Rotary) | F379-018 |
| Alpen (Coltène) | 60031789 |
| Edenta | F379.314.018 |
| Horico | FG 277 C 018 |
Manufacturer literature: Busch catalogs and product brochures for this line are available in our Busch Burs Catalog Library.

