Graefe Lens Spoon

Description

Graefe Lens Spoon

The Graefe lens spoon is a light, shallow scoop named after Albrecht von Graefe, a key figure in early eye surgery. It helps deliver or support lens material through a wound. It also serves as a gentle lifter in other anterior segment steps.

Von Graefe and the lens spoon

Von Graefe shaped cataract surgery in the 1800s, and many tools still carry his name. His lens spoon reflects that era: a plain bowl, a slim neck and a firm handle. However, its simple form still suits modern hands.

How it differs from the Daviel

Both are small lens spoons, so the choice often comes down to feel. Compare the bowl depth and neck angle in the photos. Surgeons who like a flatter scoop may lean one way, while those who want more hold lean the other.

Graefe spoon at a glance

Key points:

• Shallow bowl for light lifting
• Smooth rim that will not cut tissue
• Slim neck for a clear view of the wound
• Reusable stainless build

A firm handle for slow moves

The Graefe handle gives you enough mass to hold the bowl steady. So you can make slow, small moves without shake. That control matters most as the lens nears the wound.

Keeping the Graefe bowl true

A bent bowl changes how it sits under the lens. So check it by eye after each case, then store it flat. Also avoid using it to pry, because the neck is thin by design.

Ordering and warranty for the Graefe

Graefe spoons ship unsterile. Run the slim Graefe neck and bowl through cleaning and an autoclave cycle, and the spoon returns to your cataract set after each case. The Graefe body uses stainless that conforms to ASTM F899. We stand behind each Graefe lens spoon for three years against manufacturing defects. You can find related tools in our ophthalmology section, or see the Daviel spoon side by side. Any doubts? Check the FAQ.

This spoon is for professional use. Visit our sterilization page and shipping info before ordering.