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Shears/Scissors/Hemostats

Scissors and shears are staples for EMS, Rescue Task Force and Tactical Medics. Rescue Essentials is pleased to offer an assortment of medical scissors and EMT shears, including the much sought-after Leatherman Raptor Shears, and hard-to-find left handed shears. Our EMT Shears are built to our own specifications with oversized rivets, and are available in tactical colors with non-reflective blades that are powder-coated instead of painted, for exceptional durability. 

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Trauma Shears

Trauma shears cut through the toughest materials – from motorcycle gear to turnout coats. Stainless steel blades with a serrated lower edge grip fabric while blunt tips protect skin.

  • Best for: EMTs, paramedics, tactical medics
  • Size / Format: 4" to 7.5" blade lengths
  • Focus: Rapid clothing removal, heavy materials
  • Carry Method: Belt holster, pocket clip, MOLLE pouch
  • Benefit: High-strength cutting through any clothing
Trauma Shears

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Scissors

Bandage scissors provide precise cutting for dressings, tape, and gauze. The angled blade and blunt end allow safe, controlled cuts close to the skin without risking additional injury.

  • Best for: Nurses, wound care, first aid responders
  • Size / Format: 3.5" to 5.5" Lister-style
  • Focus: Bandage removal, dressing changes
  • Carry Method: Badge clip, kit pouch, holster
  • Benefit: Safe, precise cuts near wounds
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Hemostats

Hemostats clamp, grip, and hold with precision. Stainless steel construction allows sterilization and autoclave use for repeat use. Ideal for wound care and field applications.

  • Best for: Medical professionals, field medics
  • Size / Format: 5.5" straight or curved
  • Focus: Clamping, gripping, debris removal
  • Carry Method: Tool holster, kit pocket
  • Benefit: Autoclavable, corrosion-resistant
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Tweezers & Forceps

Forceps and tweezers provide fine-point control for splinter removal, wound debris extraction, and dressing placement. Stainless steel tips offer precision grip without slipping.

  • Best for: First aid providers, wound care
  • Size / Format: 4" to 5.5" thumb forceps
  • Focus: Foreign body removal, dressing work
  • Carry Method: Kit pouch, tool holster
  • Benefit: Fine-point precision, sterilizable
Tweezers & Forceps

What Our Customers Say

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Best grip I have found due to the rubberized center of the handles. Coating also makes them fairly non stick when cutting tape. Would bye again!
- Erik
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These are by far the best trauma shears available. They stay sharp and will cut through anything...I've had a pair for two years that I used to cut some military winter boots my co-workers with two different pairs of raptors couldn't cut through.
– Dane Melberg
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These tweezers are great. Affordable, very sharp, and they line up well. very easy to pick out splinters with, among other things. Would recommend!
– Aaron

FAQs

What's the difference between trauma shears and bandage scissors? −
Trauma shears are heavy-duty tools designed to cut through tough materials like seat belts, leather, and heavy clothing. They feature stainless steel blades with a serrated lower edge for gripping fabric and a blunt tip for safety. Bandage scissors are lighter, with an angled blade and blunt end designed for safe removal of dressings and tape close to the skin.
Why do some shears have a seatbelt cutter or rescue hook built in? +
Multi-function shears like the Leatherman Raptor and North American Rescue trauma shears include integrated tools for vehicle extrication. For first responders working accident scenes, having these capabilities in one tool saves critical time.
Can hemostats and scissors be sterilized? +
Yes. Many of our stainless steel hemostats and bandage scissors are fully autoclavable for repeated clinical use. The stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance and maintains a razor-sharp edge through multiple sterilization cycles.
What size shears should I carry in my kit? +
For most IFAKs and emergency kits, 7.5" shears offer the best balance of cutting power and portability. Compact 4" mini shears work well for covert carry or ultra-light kits. You may consider carrying multiple sizes and options as each has its own advantages.
Why choose powder-coated blades over painted ones? +
Powder coating bonds to the blade at a molecular level, creating a finish that won't chip or flake during heavy use. For tactical medics, the non-reflective matte finish reduces visual signature.
Do you offer left-handed shears? +
Yes. We carry hard-to-find left-handed EMT shears with reversed blade orientation for proper cutting action and visibility – a critical detail when you need clean cuts under pressure.
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