Busch Diamond Football (Egg) Bur | Busch No. 5379 023 – Super Coarse Grit, Black Ring – FG | Pack of 6
The diamond football (egg) very coarse dental bur from Busch & Co. GmbH is a precision rotary instrument engineered for demanding restorative and prosthetic procedures. Featuring an egg-shaped diamond head with a very coarse grit and a distinctive black ring designation, this bur delivers aggressive, efficient material removal where controlled reduction is critical.
Product Specifications
- Shape: Football (Egg)
- Grit: Very Coarse (Black Ring)
- ISO Classification: 806 314 277 544 023
- Quantity: Pack of 6
- Manufacturer: Busch & Co. GmbH, Made in Germany
Clinical Applications
This diamond football (egg) very coarse dental bur is well suited for a range of clinical indications requiring high-rate reduction and shaping. Recommended applications include:
- Filling Treatment: Efficient preparation and finishing of restorative sites requiring coarse reduction.
- Crown Preparation: Rapid gross reduction and shaping of tooth structure during full-crown preparations.
The very coarse grit is specifically selected for initial material removal phases, making this diamond football (egg) very coarse dental bur a reliable first-step instrument before transitioning to finer grits for refinement.
Instrument Dimensions
| Head Ø | 2.3 mm (ISO size 023) |
|---|---|
| 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.
Quality and Precision
Manufactured in Germany, each bur in this pack reflects Busch's long-standing commitment to consistent diamond bonding, dimensional accuracy, and cutting longevity. The football (egg) geometry allows clinicians to adapt the instrument across multiple preparation surfaces with ease.

FAQ
What does the black ring indicate? The black ring is the universal ISO colour-coding designation for very coarse grit diamond instruments.
How many burs are included? This listing contains a pack of 6 individual burs, identified as item 5379 023 FG.
What shank type does this bur use? The FG designation indicates a friction-grip shank compatible with standard high-speed handpieces.
For high-volume crown and restorative workflows, the diamond football (egg) very coarse dental bur in a pack of 6 provides excellent clinical value and procedural consistency.

