GIN-Knife #3, Distal Bending - Single-Ended Z-SHAPE Handle , M4 x 0.5 mm Interchangeable Tips | Helmut Zepf No. 26.182.40
The Gingivectomy Knife GIN-Knife #3 from Helmut Zepf is a precision periodontal instrument engineered for distal bending procedures, offering clinicians exceptional control and accuracy during soft tissue management. Designed with a single-ended Z-SHAPE handle and M4 x 0.5 mm interchangeable tips, this instrument combines ergonomic design with functional versatility.
Key Features
- Instrument: GIN-Knife #3, Distal Bending configuration
- Handle Design: Single-ended Z-SHAPE for improved access and tactile feedback
- Tip System: M4 x 0.5 mm interchangeable tips for cost-effective maintenance
- Manufacturer: Helmut Zepf GmbH — Made in Germany
Why Choose This Gingivectomy Knife
The Gingivectomy Knife GIN-Knife #3 is purpose-built for periodontal and soft tissue procedures where distal access is critical. The Z-SHAPE handle geometry allows the clinician to maintain a stable, ergonomic grip while navigating posterior or distal sites with minimal effort. The interchangeable tip system means that individual blades can be replaced without discarding the entire instrument, supporting both efficiency and sustainability in a clinical setting.
Manufactured by Helmut Zepf GmbH in Germany, this Gingivectomy Knife upholds the high standards of precision engineering that the brand is recognized for worldwide. The M4 x 0.5 mm thread specification ensures a secure and reliable connection between handle and tip during use.
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 procedures is this Gingivectomy Knife suitable for? It is designed for gingivectomy and periodontal soft tissue procedures, particularly where distal bending access is required.
Are replacement tips readily available? The M4 x 0.5 mm interchangeable tip system allows easy replacement, reducing instrument downtime in clinical practice.
Is this instrument single-use or reusable? The Z-SHAPE handle is reusable; tips are interchangeable, supporting a cost-effective and sustainable workflow.
Manufacturer literature: GIN-Knives flyer (PDF) — more in our Surgical Instrument Library.
This is an Orban Gingivectomy Knife. See all 4 Zepf versions — handles, coatings and replacement inserts — on our Orban Gingivectomy Knife page.
Backed by our Helmut Zepf Warranty — lifetime on extraction and explantation forceps, one year on every other Zepf instrument. Full terms and how to make a claim are on the Warranty page.
