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title: "MDF Instruments, Tromner Neurological Reflex Hammer with Built-in Brush for cutaneous and Superficial responses - Light - HDP Handle - Free-Parts-for-Life & Lifetime Warranty - Black (MDF555P-11)"
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# Hidden brush for cutaneous reflexes Lightweight ergonomic handle Weighted balanced for precision MDF Instruments, Tromner Neurological Reflex Hammer with Built-in Brush for cutaneous and Superficial responses - Light - HDP Handle - Free-Parts-for-Life & Lifetime Warranty - Black (MDF555P-11)

**Price:** € 39.20
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## Summary

> ⚡ Elevate your neuro exams with precision and style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** MDF Instruments, Tromner Neurological Reflex Hammer with Built-in Brush for cutaneous and Superficial responses - Light - HDP Handle - Free-Parts-for-Life & Lifetime Warranty - Black (MDF555P-11)
- **How much does it cost?** € 39.20 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- Customers looking for quality international products

## Why This Product

- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Professional Edge:** Sleek, balanced design that elevates your clinical presence and exam accuracy.
- • **Effortless Comfort:** Lightweight HDP handle and silicone mallets ensure patient comfort and reduce examiner fatigue.
- • **Trusted Since 1971:** Backed by a full lifetime warranty and free-parts-for-life program for lasting reliability.
- • **Precision in Every Tap:** Weighted head and extra-long handle deliver controlled percussion force with minimal effort.
- • **All-in-One Neurological Tool:** Built-in removable brush for eliciting cutaneous reflexes without extra instruments.

## Overview

The MDF Tromner Neurological Reflex Hammer features a perfectly weighted head and an extra-long, lightweight HDP handle for precise, comfortable tendon percussion. Trusted by medical professionals since 1971, it includes a hidden brush for cutaneous reflex testing and is backed by a lifetime warranty with free parts. This tool combines ergonomic design with clinical effectiveness, making it a must-have for neurologists and medical practitioners aiming for superior exam performance.

## Description

desertcart.com: MDF Instruments, Tromner Neurological Reflex Hammer with Built-in Brush for cutaneous and Superficial responses - Light - HDP Handle - Free-Parts-for-Life & Lifetime Warranty - Black (MDF555P-11) : Industrial & Scientific

Review: Great hammer! - Bought this to replace a babinski style that was just WAY too hard to be hitting my fingers with for biceps reflex. The tips are much softer so they do not hurt when hitting my thumb, or even the brachioradialis against the radius. It is well balanced with a flexible handle. I was worried it would be too flexible and would have to upgrade to the metal handle but so far this has not been the case since the hammer really does all the work. It comes with a brush in the handle for light touch sensation. I don't know if I will use this unless it's in a pinch and I can't find a paper clip or tongue depressor. The bush also has a cowl that makes a little rattling sound in the handle. It doesn't bother me, I stopped noticing it after a couple hits, but if little sounds bother you you could always tape the cowl over the brush. The "babinski point" is not as sharp as my previous hammer (that one was basically a nail), however I am apprehensive to use it, I don't think it is sharp enough to break the skin, but it is more sharp than most other hammers I've used. It is longer than most Taylor hammers or my previous collapsible babinski so it does stick out of the white coat pocket a bit. It stays put though because the head is weighted so nicely, just be careful bending over, you'll stab yourself in the abdomen with the point. Overall: well weighted, hammer, effective for eliciting every reflex, definitely the best reflex hammer I've used so far in my short career. PAS-1 As a side note, If you screw the point hiding the brush on too tightly it becomes VERY difficult to get out, thus eliminating the idea you could use the brush in a pinch unless you happen to carry a pair of pliers with you as well.
Review: Awesome hammer. - As a resident who will be going into neurology, this hammer was a great buy and totally changed my life (or at least my neurology exam skills). Seriously. In my pre-Tromner days I used to carry around a Tomahawk. I was then told by my attending, an neurologist, "Don't ever use a tomahawk on people. Only babies." Needless to say, this person wasn't a pediatric neurologist, but the message was clear - get a new hammer. So, a half hour and 19 dollars later, I purchased this one, and once I got it in the mail, my Tomahawk hasn't seen the light of day (except for when examining newborns). As far as muscle tendon reflexes go, this hammer rocks. The weight in the head really makes it much easier to elicit reflexes. This mixed with my distraction skills has made me able to get reflexes on a lot of (neurologically healthy) people who tell me, "Everytime I go to the doctor they can never get reflexes on me" as I'm tapping their patellar tendon and then bam...muscle contraction! Forget having to use that two fingered technique and 'swinging' the tomahawk...this one's substantial enough that you just need to hold it, and let the weight of the metal head do the work. I have the black handle model, which has the nifty little brush if you unscrew the metal tip (which isn't as sharp as it appears). I occasionally use the brush for checking light touch although it's probably the least useful part of the hammer (but there for those rare times you need to check light touch more formally or are trying to test a very small area like the hand). For Babinski's you're still probably better off using the traditional Tomahawk handle tip, to be fair. I don't think the tip is too sharp to be used for it, it's just a wider, blunter tip and doesn't work as well for eliciting a Babinski. However, in all other ways this reflex hammer is much easier to use than the little tomahawk one. Just carrying it makes you feel more like a serious neurologist. I didn't buy it for looks but I'm frequently told that "it looks very expensive". It's my nerdy version of a nice watch. But in all seriousness, this is one of my most utilized tools in my neurology kit. Well worth it!

## Features

- TRUSTED by Medical Providers since 1971 | Backed by our Full Lifetime Warranty & Free-Parts-For-Life Program | Latex-Free
- WEIGHTED BALANCED > extra-long handle is balance-weighted with the head for precise control of percussion force.
- ACCURATELY and effectively elicits muscle stretch reflexes, superficial or cutaneous reflexes, as well as plantar and abdominal reflexes, with less effort and greater patient comfort
- LIGHTWEIGHT > ergonomic HDP handle is lighter weight, with a chrome-plated zinc-alloy head and silicone mallets, for precise tendon percussion that won’t weigh you down.
- HIDDEN BRUSH in the base of the handle that can easily be removed to elicit cutaneous reflexes.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B0012NI68M |
| Best Sellers Rank | #5,086 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #2 in Medical Hammers |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,051) |
| Date First Available  | May 8, 2005 |
| Department  | Supply |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | MDF555P |
| Manufacturer  | MDF Instruments USA |
| Product Dimensions  | 23.7 x 9.1 x 3.1 inches; 7.05 ounces |

## Images

![MDF Instruments, Tromner Neurological Reflex Hammer with Built-in Brush for cutaneous and Superficial responses - Light - HDP Handle - Free-Parts-for-Life & Lifetime Warranty - Black (MDF555P-11) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71kPeifKC1L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the weight difference between the black plastic handle version VS the stainless steel handle version? Thanks**
A: Hello,There is about an ounce difference between the 2 hammers. The Tromner hammer is 5.79oz and the Tromner Lightweight hammer is 4.94oz. If you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out. MDF Instruments

**Q: Is this hammer black like in the picture? I saw a review saying that it is red, but the only picture on here has a black one.**
A: The one I ordered from amazon (from this product page) was black...which is what I wanted. There is a silver/chrome handle also that is more expensive (found on a different product page). I did not come across a red one...but maybe it is or was a special edition. All the ones I see at work are either black or chrome. (By the way, it's a great hammer!)

**Q: The built in brush fell out, how do I replace just the tip?**
A: Built in brush? Just unscrew the end and stick it back in there.

**Q: I'm about to start pediatrics residency. This looks fantastic for adults, but do you think the head is too heavy to use on young children?**
A: I have these, would agree, the head is a bit heavy but it has to do with how much force you swing it, too.  I personally use my 2 fingers to tap on young adults/children.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great hammer!
*by P***X on December 2, 2016*

Bought this to replace a babinski style that was just WAY too hard to be hitting my fingers with for biceps reflex. The tips are much softer so they do not hurt when hitting my thumb, or even the brachioradialis against the radius. It is well balanced with a flexible handle. I was worried it would be too flexible and would have to upgrade to the metal handle but so far this has not been the case since the hammer really does all the work. It comes with a brush in the handle for light touch sensation. I don't know if I will use this unless it's in a pinch and I can't find a paper clip or tongue depressor. The bush also has a cowl that makes a little rattling sound in the handle. It doesn't bother me, I stopped noticing it after a couple hits, but if little sounds bother you you could always tape the cowl over the brush. The "babinski point" is not as sharp as my previous hammer (that one was basically a nail), however I am apprehensive to use it, I don't think it is sharp enough to break the skin, but it is more sharp than most other hammers I've used. It is longer than most Taylor hammers or my previous collapsible babinski so it does stick out of the white coat pocket a bit. It stays put though because the head is weighted so nicely, just be careful bending over, you'll stab yourself in the abdomen with the point. Overall: well weighted, hammer, effective for eliciting every reflex, definitely the best reflex hammer I've used so far in my short career. PAS-1 As a side note, If you screw the point hiding the brush on too tightly it becomes VERY difficult to get out, thus eliminating the idea you could use the brush in a pinch unless you happen to carry a pair of pliers with you as well.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome hammer.
*by K***M on August 7, 2014*

As a resident who will be going into neurology, this hammer was a great buy and totally changed my life (or at least my neurology exam skills). Seriously. In my pre-Tromner days I used to carry around a Tomahawk. I was then told by my attending, an neurologist, "Don't ever use a tomahawk on people. Only babies." Needless to say, this person wasn't a pediatric neurologist, but the message was clear - get a new hammer. So, a half hour and 19 dollars later, I purchased this one, and once I got it in the mail, my Tomahawk hasn't seen the light of day (except for when examining newborns). As far as muscle tendon reflexes go, this hammer rocks. The weight in the head really makes it much easier to elicit reflexes. This mixed with my distraction skills has made me able to get reflexes on a lot of (neurologically healthy) people who tell me, "Everytime I go to the doctor they can never get reflexes on me" as I'm tapping their patellar tendon and then bam...muscle contraction! Forget having to use that two fingered technique and 'swinging' the tomahawk...this one's substantial enough that you just need to hold it, and let the weight of the metal head do the work. I have the black handle model, which has the nifty little brush if you unscrew the metal tip (which isn't as sharp as it appears). I occasionally use the brush for checking light touch although it's probably the least useful part of the hammer (but there for those rare times you need to check light touch more formally or are trying to test a very small area like the hand). For Babinski's you're still probably better off using the traditional Tomahawk handle tip, to be fair. I don't think the tip is too sharp to be used for it, it's just a wider, blunter tip and doesn't work as well for eliciting a Babinski. However, in all other ways this reflex hammer is much easier to use than the little tomahawk one. Just carrying it makes you feel more like a serious neurologist. I didn't buy it for looks but I'm frequently told that "it looks very expensive". It's my nerdy version of a nice watch. But in all seriousness, this is one of my most utilized tools in my neurology kit. Well worth it!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Great
*by T***N on December 9, 2025*

The reflex hammer is well made, fits comfortably in my hand, and is easy to use. I like the compressibility of the rubber tip, and it does not hurt when striking a finger. This is the neurologists preferred choice in reflex hammers, and I can tell why. It works well, is very durable, sleekly designed and well constructed.

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