{"product_id":"swann-morton-no-3-professional-handle-no-15a-blades-kit","title":"Professional-Grade Swann-Morton No.3 Handle \u0026 No.15A Blades Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eCut straight lines, score materials, and make small deep cuts with this premium scalpel kit from Beauty Mercado. This set comes with the authentic swann morton handle No.3 and sharp No.15A Non-Sterile Carbon Steel Blades. The perfect tool for electronics repair, model making, and fine craft work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Sheffield, England, by Swann-Morton, this metal handle lasts a lifetime. The No.15A blade has a straight, flat edge that shapes into a sharp point. Unlike round blades, this flat design lets you see your work clearly so you can cut exactly where you need to.\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\u003eFlat, Straight Edge:\u003c\/b\u003e The No.15A blade is flat and has a sharp point. It is great for straight cuts and punching holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEasy to See Your Work:\u003c\/b\u003e The slim shape of the blade means your hand will not block your view while cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGenuine swann morton handle:\u003c\/b\u003e The No.3 handle is made of strong stainless steel. It feels like a premium pen and will not roll off your table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuper Sharp Blades:\u003c\/b\u003e Made from high-quality carbon steel. They stay sharper for much longer than standard metal blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafe and Tight Fit:\u003c\/b\u003e The blade snaps tightly onto the handle. It will not wobble or wiggle while you cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFits Other Blades:\u003c\/b\u003e This handle also works with other small Swann-Morton blades like No.10, 11, 12, and 15.\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 1 × Genuine swann morton handle No.3 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 or trying out a new hobby.\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 and steady craft 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 workshops and shared workspaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStudio Pack (50 Blades):\u003c\/b\u003e Great value for factories and trade schools.\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 business 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\u003eGenuine swann morton 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.15A (Straight Edge, 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\u003eElectronics Repair:\u003c\/b\u003e Trimming small wires and cleaning circuit boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrafts \u0026amp; Model Making:\u003c\/b\u003e Cutting wood veneers, cardboard, and plastic models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFine Detailing:\u003c\/b\u003e Shaving tiny plastic edges and clean stenciling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e The handle can be washed and sanitized. The blades arrive non-sterile. They are not ready for medical use on patients unless you sterilize them first.\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\u003eWhy does my blade wobble or feel loose on the No.3 handle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA loose blade usually means it was not pushed back completely until it \"clicked,\" or you are using a low-quality replica handle. A genuine \u003cb\u003eswann morton handle\u003c\/b\u003e uses incredibly tight engineering tolerances. When a real blade is pushed fully onto a real No.3 handle slot, it locks into a perfectly flat position with zero wiggle room. If it wobbles, check for debris inside the handle slot or use pliers to firmly pull the blade back another millimeter until it snaps home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use these non-sterile carbon steel blades for dermaplaning or skin care?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. We strongly advise against using carbon steel blades for skincare or cosmetic dermaplaning. Carbon steel is highly susceptible to microscopic rusting if it touches atmospheric moisture, oils, or skin care liquids. For dermaplaning or any clean aesthetic treatments, professionals always utilize \u003cb\u003eSwann-Morton Stainless Steel Sterile Blades\u003c\/b\u003e (such as the specialized No.10 or No.14 profiles), which are treated to resist wet environments and completely protect the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy do my carbon steel blades seem to change color or spot over time?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike stainless steel, premium high-carbon steel reacts naturally to moisture, humidity, and the oils on your fingers. This dark spotting or color shift is a natural oxidation process, not a manufacturing defect. It does not alter the edge sharpness. To stop spotting, never touch the flat sides of the blade with bare fingers, keep them sealed inside their protective foil packets until the exact moment of use, and keep a small silica gel pack inside your workshop storage drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat happens if I accidentally buy No.4 fitment blades for this handle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey will not fit, and forcing them is highly dangerous. Swann-Morton uses two completely distinct sizing tracks. The No.3 handle utilizes a \"Small Fitment\" mount meant strictly for smaller detailing profiles (such as No.10, 11, 15, 15A, and 15C). Larger heavy-duty blades (like the No.20, 22, 24, or 25) utilize a much wider \"Large Fitment\" slot built exclusively for the thicker No.4 handle. Always match your blade fitment track to your specific handle style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow many times can I actually reuse one carbon steel blade for craft cuts?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no fixed expiration count, but you must replace the blade the moment you feel it \"tugging\" or pulling against your material. Driving a dull blade through dense mediums like wood veneers, plastics, or thick cards forces you to apply unsafe downward hand pressure, which causes slipping. Because our studio pack sizes offer highly affordable wholesale pricing, most professional crafters change their blade at the start of every complex project to guarantee perfect tracking and total safety.\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 fingers to push the blade onto the handle or pull it off. 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