{"product_id":"swann-morton-no-4-handle-no-26-blades-kit-beauty-mercado","title":"Professional-Grade Reusable No.4 Handle \u0026 Swann-Morton No.26 Blades Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eSlicing through tough materials, cutting clean long-line bevels, and executing deep, controlled punctures is simple with this premium tool kit from Beauty Mercado. This set comes with a heavy-duty reusable scalpel handle No.4 and ultra-sharp, genuine Swann-Morton No.26 Non-Sterile Carbon Steel Blades. It is the professional standard for advanced surgical and veterinary training, laboratory prep, leathercrafting, and heavy architectural model building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe No.26 profile is a large, pointed blade featuring a long, straight angled cutting edge that slopes sharply to a robust tip. Made in Sheffield, England, by Swann-Morton, this blade profile is built to handle significant downward pressure and thick mediums without bending, warping, or deflecting while you cut.\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\u003eLong Straight Angled Edge:\u003c\/b\u003e The extended straight cutting edge allows for perfectly uniform, straight line slices and clean beveling across dense mediums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReinforced Heavy-Duty Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e The thick blade body tapers to a robust point, offering exceptional strength for deep plunge cuts and puncturing tough backings without snapping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavy-Duty No.4 Fitment Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e Forged from premium stainless steel, the No.4 handle is wider and thicker than standard craft handles. It gives you a highly ergonomic grip for high-pressure, heavy-duty cutting tasks.\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, keen edge much longer than standard stainless variations, making it highly reliable for prolonged workspace use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWiggle-Free Security:\u003c\/b\u003e The large slot system on the No.26 blade slides and locks perfectly flush onto the No.4 handle track, completely preventing blade wobble or flexing during critical work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUniversal Large Base:\u003c\/b\u003e The heavy-duty handle doubles as a permanent studio tool that accepts all large fitment blades, including No.20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and 25.\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.4\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, medical trainees, or checking 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, 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, leather workshops, and biology 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.4 (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.26 (Long Straight Angled, 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.4 large 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\u003eMedical, Veterinary \u0026amp; Lab Use:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for deep tissue dissection training, veterinary surgery practice, autopsy or pathology prep, and orthopedic bone-scraping simulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavy Crafts \u0026amp; Leatherwork:\u003c\/b\u003e Effortlessly slices through thick leather hides, heavy cardstock, rubber molds, modeling plastics, and dense foam blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfessional Studio Trimming:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfectly suited for canvas stretching, bookbinding, carpet trimming, and heavy textiles.\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 dry 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\u003eWhy won’t my No.26 blades fit onto a standard No.3 scalpel handle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwann-Morton uses two completely distinct fitment tracks for safety and stability. The large No.26 blade belongs to the \"Large Fitment\" family and features a wider keyhole slot designed to snap strictly onto the thicker No.4 handle. Smaller detailing blades (like No.11 or No.15) use a narrow slot built for the slimmer No.3 handle. Never try to force a mismatched blade onto the wrong handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the benefit of a straight angled blade like the No.26 over a curved blade?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurved blades are designed for rolling, sweeping cuts. A straight angled blade like the No.26 lets you apply direct downward force perfectly through the flat line of the edge. This provides unmatched precision when tracking a straight edge line, cutting bevels, or executing precise vertical plunge cuts into thick materials like leather or heavy modeling card.\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 pristine during storage, Swann-Morton treats the protective inner paper 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. 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 the long edge of this No.26 blade for facial dermaplaning?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. We strongly advise against using any carbon steel blades for cosmetic skincare or dermaplaning. Carbon steel reacts instantly to ambient moisture and facial oils, leaving it highly susceptible to microscopic oxidization. Furthermore, the No.26 is a heavy-duty blade meant for industrial and deep surgical training. For skincare or aesthetic treatments on clients, professionals exclusively use \u003cb\u003eSwann-Morton Stainless Steel Sterile Blades\u003c\/b\u003e (such as specialized rounded No.10 or No.14 profiles) designed to handle wet environments safely.\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, sticky 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 and carry a larger cutting edge. 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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