{"product_id":"swann-morton-no-3-professional-handle-no-14-blades-kit","title":"Professional-Grade Reusable No.3 Handle \u0026 Swann-Morton No.14 Blades Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eExecute smooth, controlled curves, delicate surface scraping, and highly intricate detailing work with this premium tool kit from Beauty Mercado. This set comes with a sleek reusable scalpel handle No.3 and ultra-sharp, genuine Swann-Morton No.14 Non-Sterile Carbon Steel Blades. It is a premier standard for laboratory tissue work, medical and aesthetic training simulations, fine graphic weeding, and intricate craft design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe No.14 profile features a broad, rounded curved cutting edge (belly) balanced by a perfectly flat, unsharpened back edge. Made in Sheffield, England, by Swann-Morton, this small-fitment profile is engineered to give you the ultimate balance between smooth rocking incisions and close, ultra-precise surface scraping without the risk of an aggressive tip digging in prematurely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBroad Detailing Belly:\u003c\/b\u003e The rounded edge profile allows for fluid, rocking cuts and wide surface contact, making it excellent for skimming or shaving layers evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlat Unsharpened Spine:\u003c\/b\u003e The straight, low-profile back edge allows you to apply comfortable index-finger pressure directly to the spine for absolute tracking stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecision No.3 Fitment Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e Forged from premium stainless steel, the No.3 handle is slim and balanced perfectly like a fine pen, offering flat anti-roll sides for an ergonomic studio grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh-Performance Carbon Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e This premium steel choice holds an incredibly sharp, keener edge much longer than standard stainless variations, slicing cleanly through synthetic mediums, thin laminates, and card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eZero-Flex Interlocking Fit:\u003c\/b\u003e The blade slides and locks perfectly flush onto the parallel tracks of the No.3 handle, eliminating blade wobble and tip vibrations entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUniversal Detailing Base:\u003c\/b\u003e The permanent handle chassis serves as a versatile workshop tool that seamlessly accepts all small fitment blades, including No.10, 11, 11P, 15, and 15A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eChoose Your Pack Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery kit includes \u003cb\u003e1 × Reusable Scalpel Handle No.3\u003c\/b\u003e and your choice of blade amounts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStarter Pack (5 Blades):\u003c\/b\u003e Perfect for students, hobbyists, or trying out a new medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Pack (10 Blades):\u003c\/b\u003e Great for small studios, biology labs, and steady workshop use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorkshop Pack (30 Blades):\u003c\/b\u003e Best for busy model shops, craft studios, and training labs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStudio Pack (50 Blades):\u003c\/b\u003e Great value for design schools, training facilities, and trade spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBulk Pack (100 Blades):\u003c\/b\u003e The cheapest option per blade for large commercial or institutional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReusable Scalpel Handle No.3 (Stainless Steel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo.14 (Broad Detailing Curve, Carbon Steel, Non-Sterile)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard No.3 small slot system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere it is Made\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheffield, England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAesthetic \u0026amp; Laboratory Training:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for non-clinical skin-scraping simulation practice, podiatry training models, biological tissue dissection, and pathology lab prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFine Crafts \u0026amp; Scale Modeling:\u003c\/b\u003e Effortlessly scores plastics, trims delicate masking films, shapes clay, and executes curved cuts on paper stencils or thin veneers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGraphic Design \u0026amp; Vinyl Weeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfect for sweeping circular cuts, trimming complex decal backings, and precision adhesive lifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e The handle can be safely sanitized in a chemical bath or high-temperature autoclave. The blades arrive non-sterile inside protective foil packaging. They are excellent for practice and training, but \u003cb\u003emust be fully autoclaved and sterilized prior to any real clinical or medical use on patients.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the difference between a No.15 blade and a No.14 blade?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile both utilize the small No.3 fitment handle, the No.14 blade features a slightly shorter, broader, and more sweeping curve along its belly compared to the elongated curve of the standard No.15. This specific shape gives the user more broad lateral surface contact closer to the handle base, which makes the No.14 exceptionally popular for controlled scraping and surface skimming rather than deep tip puncturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy won’t my No.14 blades fit onto a No.4 scalpel handle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwann-Morton designs handles with two distinct slot sizes to ensure user safety. The No.14 blade is part of the \"Small Fitment\" family, engineered with a narrow keyhole slot built to slide exclusively onto a No.3 handle. Heavy-duty industrial or orthopedic blades (like the No.21 or No.26) feature a much wider slot meant for the thicker No.4 handle. Never attempt to force a mismatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy are these carbon steel blades wrapped in a slightly waxy or oily foil packet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep non-sterile carbon steel completely pristine during storage, Swann-Morton treats the protective inner lining of each blade packet with an advanced Vapour Phase Inhibitor (VPI). This creates an invisible anti-rust shield that stops atmospheric humidity from causing microscopic rust spots on the edge. This layer can sometimes leave a very faint, harmless waxy feel on the metal. It does not affect your grip or sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use these non-sterile carbon steel No.14 blades for professional cosmetic dermaplaning?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. We strongly advise against using carbon steel blades on live skin for cosmetic dermaplaning or skincare treatments. Carbon steel reacts instantly to ambient moisture, skin oils, and chemical serums, leaving it highly susceptible to microscopic rusting. For professional dermaplaning treatments on clients, aesthetic specialists exclusively use \u003cb\u003eSwann-Morton Sterile Stainless Steel Blades\u003c\/b\u003e (such as specialized sterile No.10 or No.14 profiles) designed to handle wet environments cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow do I clean sticky adhesive or tape residue off the face of the blade?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen cutting vinyl sheets, heavy packaging tapes, or synthetic molds, adhesive residue can build up on the flat face of the blade and cause dragging. Never wipe the cutting edge with a rough cloth or use your fingernail. Instead, remove the blade from the handle safely using pliers, dip it into a splash of Isopropyl Alcohol (rubbing alcohol) for a few seconds, and gently pat it dry with a microfiber cloth. This clears the glue instantly without dulling the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafety Warnings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBe Careful:\u003c\/b\u003e These blades are incredibly sharp. Never use your bare hands to slide the blade onto the handle track. Always hold the blade securely with pliers or surgical forceps to snap it safely into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafe Disposal:\u003c\/b\u003e Throw away used blades into a hard plastic sharps container. 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