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THORACOTOMY SET JOINT LEVEL 3
Pre-configured 45-piece thoracotomy set joint level 3 instrument set by Sklar Corporation (ref. 98-1693) — German stainless steel, 51-point factory-inspected, backed by Sklar’s Lifetime Guarantee against manufacturing defects. Distributed by PCB Medical.

Sklar — A Legacy of Excellence since 1882.
Sklar Corporation has been crafting surgical instruments in West Chester, Pennsylvania for over 130 years. Each instrument is forged from high-grade German stainless steel, finished to exacting surgical tolerances, and rigorously tested for reliability and function. Sklar’s quality system applies a 51-point incoming inspection to each component and a 6-point final check before shipment — every instrument that ships is verified by hand. Sklar instruments are backed by an industry-leading Lifetime Guarantee against manufacturing defects when used for their intended surgical purpose.
PCB Medical is an authorized distributor of Sklar surgical instruments. Every set ships with full Sklar warranty coverage, PCB Medical’s local support, and same-business-day quote response.
What’s included in the Thoracotomy Set Joint Level 3
Pre-configured for surgical procedures. 45 pieces across 34 distinct instruments — every instrument German stainless steel, ratchet-tested, and individually inspected against Sklar’s 51-point checklist before being assembled into the set.
| Qty | Instrument | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sklar® Weinstein Instrument Holder | Sklar 10-2006 |
| 1 | Sklar® Weinstein Instrument Holder | Sklar 10-2008 |
| 1 | Sklar Edge™ TC Metzenbaum-Nelson Bariatric Dissecting Scissors – 11″, Curved, Blunt/Blunt | Sklar 16-2311 |
| 2 | Sklar® Mayo-Hegar / Masson Needle Holder – 10-1/2″, Serrated | Sklar 20-2910 |
| 4 | Sklar® Duval Lung Forceps – 1″ Jaw 8″ | Sklar 36-2577 |
| 1 | Sklar® Collin-Duval Forceps – 25mm Jaw 8″ | Sklar 36-2607 |
| 1 | Sklar® Wire Tightener | Sklar 40-1525 |
| 1 | Sklar® Stille-Liston Bone Cutting Forceps | Sklar 40-3810 |
| 1 | Sklar® Sauerbruch Rongeur | Sklar 40-3950 |
| 1 | Sklar® Stille-Luer Rongeur | Sklar 40-4085 |
| 1 | Sklar® Gerzog Bone Mallet – 7″, Lead-Filled, 14oz | Sklar 40-5765 |
| 1 | Sklar® Langenbeck Elevator | Sklar 40-8775 |
| 2 | Sklar® Lees Bronchus Clamp – 9″ | Sklar 52-2380 |
| 1 | Sklar® Rumel Cardiovascular Tourniquet Stylet | Sklar 52-4112 |
| 2 | Sklar® DeBakey Atraumatic Forceps | Sklar 52-5198 |
| 2 | Sklar® DeBakey Clamp – Angled, 8-1/2″ | Sklar 52-6740 |
| 1 | Sklar® Lebsche Sternum Chisel | Sklar 55-2010 |
| 1 | Sklar® Giertz-Stille Rib Cutter | Sklar 55-2011 |
| 2 | Sklar® Lawrence Forceps 10-3/4″ | Sklar 55-2685 |
| 2 | Sklar® Storey Hemostatic Forceps 8-1/4″ | Sklar 55-2770 |
| 2 | Sklar® Mixter Right Angle Forceps | Sklar 55-2892 |
| 1 | Sklar® Harrington-Mixter Clamp | Sklar 55-3012 |
| 1 | Sklar® Sarot Bronchus Clamp 9″ | Sklar 55-3490 |
| 1 | Sklar® Alexander Raspatory – 8″ | Sklar 55-5980 |
| 1 | Sklar® Matson Rib Stripper Elevator | Sklar 55-6887 |
| 1 | Sklar® Doyen Rib Raspatory – 6-1/2″, Right | Sklar 55-6965 |
| 1 | Sklar® Doyen Rib Raspatory – 6-1/2″, Left | Sklar 55-7065 |
| 1 | Sklar® Doyen Rib Raspatory Set – 6-1/2″, Right and Left | Sklar 55-7067 |
| 1 | Sklar® DAVDSN SCAPULA RETR LRG 3X31/2 | Sklar 55-7195 |
| 1 | Sklar® Bailey Rib Contractor | Sklar 55-7365 |
| 1 | Sklar® Tuffier Rib Spreader | Sklar 55-7465 |
| 1 | Sklar® Cooley Sternum Retractor | Sklar 55-7650 |
| 1 | Sklar® Burford-Finochietto Rib Spreader | Sklar 55-7880 |
| 2 | Sklar® Foerster Sponge Forceps – 9-1/2″, Straight, Serrated | Sklar 87-2195 |
| 45 | Total pieces · 34 distinct instruments | |
Composition is the standard Sklar 98-1693 configuration. Custom configurations available — request a custom set quote.
51-point inspection · German stainless · hand-finished
Sklar’s quality system is built on inspection and material. Every Sklar instrument passes through a documented inspection process before shipment.
51-point incoming inspection
Each component is checked against Sklar’s quality standards before being approved for assembly.
6-point final inspection
Every assembled instrument is hand-checked against a final 6-point checklist before being shipped.
German Stainless Steel
Premium surgical-grade material on OR Quality and Sklarlite™ lines. Hand-finished to exacting tolerances.
Three reasons it’s the chosen brand for U.S. surgery centers.
Lifetime Guarantee
Sklar stainless steel instruments are guaranteed for life against manufacturing defects when used for their intended surgical purpose. Repair or replacement at no charge.
5-yr carbide warranty
Tungsten carbide jaw inserts (scissors, needle holders) covered for 5 years — sharpening, repair, or replacement at no charge during the warranty period.
130+ years heritage
Sklar Corporation has been crafting surgical instruments since 1882. West Chester, PA headquarters. Trusted by U.S. hospitals, surgery centers, and clinics.
Set details
Reference data for the Sklar 98-1693 Thoracotomy Set Joint Level 3 distributed by PCB Medical.
Download the Sklar reference catalogs
Two PDFs: the full Sklar Hospital Catalog (complete general-surgery reference) and the brochure specific to this set.
Sklar Hospital Catalog
Complete general-surgery reference — full Sklar instrument range, sets, configurations, and reference numbers.
Thoracotomy Set Joint Level 3 — Brochure
Set-specific PDF brochure for ref. 98-1693 — full composition list, individual Sklar reference numbers, and PCB Medical distribution data.

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