Crile-Wood Needle Holder, Straight - 15 cm | Helmut Zepf No. 41.250.15
The Crile-Wood Needle Holder from Helmut Zepf (No. 41.250.15) is a precision-engineered surgical instrument designed for reliable suturing in clinical and dental procedures. With an overall length of 15 cm, this straight needle holder offers the control and stability required by demanding practitioners.
Key Features
- Length: 15 cm — compact and well-balanced for intraoral and fine surgical work
- Design: Straight jaw configuration for direct needle placement and consistent grip
- Manufacturer: Helmut Zepf GmbH — crafted in Germany to exacting quality standards
- Application: Suitable for suturing soft tissue in dental and surgical settings
German Craftsmanship
The Crile-Wood Needle Holder is manufactured by Helmut Zepf GmbH in Germany, a company with a longstanding reputation for producing high-quality dental and surgical hand instruments. Each instrument undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure consistent performance and durability in clinical use.
Why Choose This Instrument?
Practitioners who rely on the Crile-Wood Needle Holder benefit from its ergonomic ring-handle design, which allows secure and fatigue-reduced operation during suturing. The straight jaw profile facilitates precise needle positioning, reducing the risk of needle displacement during tissue approximation. This makes it an essential instrument in both general dental and surgical operatories.
1-Year Warranty
This Helmut Zepf instrument is covered by a 1-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of delivery.
60-Day Returns — Any Reason, Even If Used
Put this instrument to work in your practice. If it is not right for you, return it within 60 days of delivery for a full refund — for any reason, even if it has been used.

FAQ
What is the length of this needle holder? This model measures 15 cm in overall length, referenced as Helmut Zepf No. 41.250.15.
Is the jaw configuration straight or curved? This Crile-Wood Needle Holder features a straight jaw design, ideal for direct suturing approaches.
Where is this instrument manufactured? It is made in Germany by Helmut Zepf GmbH, ensuring adherence to high manufacturing standards.
Compare With
| Brand | Crile-Wood — straight, 15–18 cm – Base Designation |
|---|---|
| Hu-Friedy | NH5038 |
| Karl Schumacher | C-NEE0690 / C-NEE0790 |
| ACE Southern | 30-010-12 / 30-051-17 / 30-051-18 |
| A. Titan | C6C |
| Salvin | CRILE / CRILE-LONG |
| Miltex | 8-50 / 8-51 |
| Nordent | NH203 / NH204 |
| PDT | T714 |
Base pattern designations shown. Same clinical pattern, not identical manufacture — see our Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart.
Manufacturer literature: ZEPF Dental Catalog (PDF) — more in our Catalogs & Product Library.
