The Mathieu Needle Holder, made with quality surgical grade stainless steel, is a conventional needle driver with a scissor action but with palm-held handles that spring open when the ratchet is activated. The face of the blades is grooved to avoid the needle slipping. The slender shape of needle holders allows them to reach far into interproximal areas. Most needle holders feature a multiposition ratchet that provides controlled grip pressure and smooth grip release.