Potts-Smith Scissors

Named for cardiovascular pioneer Dr. Willis J. Potts, the Potts-Smith pattern is the standard for controlled cutting on vessels — and the Ebner version refines it with modern edge technology. Made in Germany, each pair combines Micro Supercut serrations with a proprietary titanium-based PVD coating on the cutting surface, producing clean, low-trauma cuts and an edge engineered to outlast conventional scissors between sharpenings.

At 7 inches (19cm), the instrument balances comfortably in the hand for fine vascular and cardiovascular work. Multiple blade angles let the surgeon choose the geometry that best preserves visibility and access at the operative site: the page describes 25-, 45-, and 65-degree variants, with the specifications table listing 25, 45, and 60 degrees.

Specifications

• Length: 7″ / 19cm
• Angled blade options (25°, 45°, and 60°/65° as listed on the source page)
• Micro Supercut serrated edge
• Proprietary titanium-based PVD coating for wear resistance and edge retention
• Surgical-grade stainless steel, German made
• References: CG1.455.19S, CG1.457.19S

EB MED CO supplies Ebner Potts-Smith vascular scissors to cardiac and vascular surgery teams across Canada.