w/ sterilizable (up to 143 degrees c) plastic handle Lexer Chisel is crafted for use in surgical procedures that require chipping away or splitting bone or more general scraping maneuvers. This gouge features a large plastic handle that is easy to grip. Additionally this handle is sterilizable up to 143 degrees c making it well suited for use in multiple surgical procedures without the concern of contamination or infection. This instrument features a long slim neck that flares out into a flat wide blade perfect for scraping action along bone and also in actual cutting of bone. It is available in a wide variety of widths and two different lengths: 18 cm and 22 cm to accommodate a variety of surgical scenarios and surgeon preferences.