HATE Cottle v2 – Double Hook with Finger Ring

The HATE cottle double hook is a German-made nasal skin hook with two fine, sharp prongs on a slim shaft and a wide black finger ring instead of a long handle. The surgeon or assistant slips a finger into the ring and retracts with one finger, leaving the rest of the hand free.

What Is a Cottle Double Hook?

Dr. Maurice Cottle, a pioneer of septal and nasal surgery, designed many of the instruments still used in rhinoplasty today. His double hooks are used to retract the nostril margin, the alar rim, and the columella to expose the nasal cartilages. Two prongs hold the tissue more steadily than one, without stretching it at a single point.

In this v2 model, the hook sits on a ring that is worn on the finger. This short, compact design keeps the hand close to the face and gives excellent control and feel.
Learn more on MedlinePlus: Rhinoplasty.

Features of the HATE Cottle Double Hook

• Fine double hook: a steady, atraumatic hold on the nostril and alar rim.
• Finger-ring handle: one-finger retraction with the hand free.
• Slim shaft: clear view of the operative field.
• Black ring: comfortable fit and easy to identify.
• Made in Germany: manufactured by HATE from German surgical stainless steel.
• Reusable: can be cleaned and autoclaved between procedures.

Clinical Uses of the Cottle Double Hook

The double-cottle hook is suitable for:

• Retracting the alar rim for marginal and intercartilaginous incisions.
• Exposing the lower lateral cartilages in closed rhinoplasty.
• Retracting the columella and nostril margin in open rhinoplasty.
• Delicate retraction in septal and alar base surgery.

Why Use a Ring-Handled Nasal Skin Hook?

In rhinoplasty, the assistant often has to hold the nostril open with one hand while helping with suction or retraction with the other. A conventional hook needs the whole hand. A ring-handled nasal skin hook is worn on one finger, so the same hand can still hold a retractor or a suction tube. The short lever also gives a very precise, gentle pull, which helps protect the delicate skin of the nostril rim.

How to Use the Cottle Double Hook

1. Slide your index or middle finger through the ring.
2. Place the prongs under the nostril or alar rim with the points facing up.
3. Pull gently to eject the rim and expose the cartilage.
4. Keep the traction light and release carefully at the end of the step.

German Quality from HATE

HATE is a German manufacturer of surgical instruments with a strong focus on plastic, aesthetic, and reconstructive surgery. Each instrument is forged or machined from high-grade material, hand-finished and checked by experienced instrument makers before it leaves the factory. The result is an instrument with a precise working end, a smooth surface that is easy to clean, and a long working life when it is cared for correctly. Surgronic supplies the full HATE range to hospitals, private clinics, and surgeons in Türkiye and abroad, with fast delivery and support from a team that knows surgical instruments.

Care and Sterilization

Rinse the hook immediately after use. Clean it with a soft brush or in an ultrasonic cleaner, then dry it completely. Sterilize it in an autoclave according to your facility’s validated protocol. Inspect it before every use. Protect the fine prongs during storage.

Specifications

• Brand: HATE (Germany)
• Model: Cottle v2
• Hook: double, fine, sharp
• Handle: finger ring, black
• Material: German surgical stainless steel
• Reusable: yes, autoclavable

Cottle Double Hook FAQ

How is the v2 different from the HATE Cottle?

The v2 is a double hook on a finger ring; the HATE Cottle is a different instrument.

Which finger fits the ring?

Most surgeons use the index or middle finger.

Is it supplied sterile?

No. Clean and sterilize the double hook cottle before first use.

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