E.T.R.™ (Emergency Tactical Response) Trauma Shears - 5.5" - EMI - Emergency Medical Instruments

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SKU: 1098-BK

Type: Trauma Tool

Vendor: EMI

E.T.R.™ (Emergency Tactical Response) Trauma Shears - 5.5"

Name: E.T.R.™ (Emergency Tactical Response) Trauma Shears - 5.5"
Brand: EMI
SKU: 1098-BK
Price: 6.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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Handle Color: Black

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Olive Drab

Desert Sand

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

EMI · Trauma Shears

E.T.R.™ (Emergency Tactical Response) Trauma Shears - 5.5"

Black-coated stainless shears with a serrated lower blade that grips heavy fabric instead of sliding off it, blunt-angled safety tips, and ambidextrous non-slip handles. Autoclavable to 290 °F, two ounces, 5.5 inches — small enough to ride on the outside of an IFAK. Three handle colors, each its own part number.

5.5 in. · 2.0 ozSerrated, blunt-tip stainlessAmbidextrous handlesAutoclavable to 143 °C / 290 °F

Shears are the most-reached-for tool in the kit and the first one people cheap out on. Serration is what gets you through webbing.

What's Included

One pair of shears per package, in the handle color you select. The shears are identical across all three; only the handle color and part number change. Tap a color.

VIEW ▾Black — low-profile duty carry

1× E.T.R.™ Trauma Shears, 5.5 in., black handle · SKU 1098-BK
Premium-grade stainless blades, black coated, serrated edges, blunt-angled safety tips
High-strength non-slip contoured handle, usable right- or left-handed
Sold as the shears alone — no sheath, holster or pouch is included

VIEW ▾Olive Drab — matches OD green kit

1× E.T.R.™ Trauma Shears, 5.5 in., olive drab handle · SKU 1098-OD
Premium-grade stainless blades, black coated, serrated edges, blunt-angled safety tips
High-strength non-slip contoured handle, usable right- or left-handed
Sold as the shears alone — no sheath, holster or pouch is included

VIEW ▾Desert Sand — arid-environment kit

1× E.T.R.™ Trauma Shears, 5.5 in., desert sand handle · SKU 1098-DS
Premium-grade stainless blades, black coated, serrated edges, blunt-angled safety tips
High-strength non-slip contoured handle, usable right- or left-handed
Sold as the shears alone — no sheath, holster or pouch is included

▾Specifications

E.T.R.™ Trauma Shears 5.5" — specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	EMI — Emergency Medical Instruments
Overall length	5.5 in.
Blade material	Premium-grade stainless steel, black coated
Blade features	Serrated edges; blunt-angled safety tips
Handle	High-strength non-slip plastic, contoured, ambidextrous
Weight	2.0 oz per unit
Autoclavable	Yes — to 143 °C / 290 °F
SKU — Black	1098-BK
SKU — Olive Drab	1098-OD
SKU — Desert Sand	1098-DS
Colors	Black · Olive Drab · Desert Sand
Blade length	Not published separately 5.5 in. As total length
Latex content	Not applicable — metal blades and plastic handles

Autoclavability means these can be reprocessed for training and clinical reuse; it does not make them a sterile-packaged product.

▾Who Carries It

Law enforcement and tactical operators choosing the black finish for a low-profile duty kit · Military medics matching OD or desert-sand handles to issued equipment · EMS and fire cutting through denim, belt webbing and heavy uniform fabric to expose a wound · Training programs and forward clinical settings using the autoclave rating to reprocess between sessions.

Exposing a casualty is the first step of nearly every assessment, and blunt-tipped shears exist so that step does not add an injury. Cutting away body armor and clothing on a patient with a suspected spinal injury is a trained decision governed by your protocol.

Genuine EMI — Emergency Medical Instruments

Sourced direct from the manufacturer or an authorized master distributor. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

Built around MARCH. Every kit we sell maps to the MARCH protocol — Massive hemorrhage, Airway, Respiration, Circulation, Hypothermia. Learn the sequence in our complete MARCH guide.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Available Options:

Black
Olive Drab
Desert Sand

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.

SHIPPING & RETURNS

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Order Processing & Tracking

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Stocked Kit Bags: Custom-built kits ship within 7-10 days as they are assembled by hand at our South Florida facility.

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30-Day Returns & Medical Safety

Returns: Unused, unopened equipment in original manufacturer packaging is eligible for return within 30 days of delivery.

Bio-Safety Notice: To ensure sterility and patient safety, medical consumables with opened or broken tamper-evident seals cannot be returned.

Return Facility: MED-TAC International Corp., 15757 Pines Blvd, Suite 154, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027.

Export Compliance

North American Rescue (NAR) products and rifle hard armor plates are strictly restricted to US and APO/FPO addresses and cannot be exported internationally.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can the EMI E.T.R.™ Trauma Shears cut through military uniforms and tactical gear?

Yes. The E.T.R.™ shears feature serrated lower blades specifically designed to grip and cut through heavy-duty fabrics including military uniforms, denim, MOLLE webbing straps, and leather belts. The serration prevents fabric from slipping as the blade advances, which is critical when cutting thick or layered materials quickly under stress. The stainless steel construction maintains cutting edge integrity through repeated use on demanding materials.

Are the E.T.R.™ Trauma Shears safe for cutting near a casualty's skin?

Yes. The blunt-angled safety tips on both blades are specifically designed to prevent accidental injury to the patient during rapid clothing removal. The blunt tips allow the medic to insert the shears under fabric and against skin without laceration risk, even when moving quickly under stress. This is a standard safety feature on trauma shears used in TCCC and EMS settings.

What does autoclavable to 143°C / 290°F mean for these shears?

Autoclavability means the shears can be sterilized in a steam autoclave at 143°C (290°F), a standard hospital sterilization temperature. This allows the shears to be reused in clinical or training environments without contamination risk. For single-operator tactical kits, this feature is less critical — but it makes the E.T.R.™ shears appropriate for forward surgical teams, simulation labs, and training facilities that cycle equipment through sterile processing.

Which color variant should I choose for my tactical kit?

Color selection depends on your operational environment and kit configuration. Black (1098-BK) is the most popular option for law enforcement and tactical teams — minimal light reflection and a standard-issue appearance. Olive Drab (1098-OD) pairs well with military MOLLE systems and OD equipment. Desert Sand (1098-DS) matches arid-environment gear and MultiCam Arid / DCU-patterned equipment. All three colors provide identical performance — only the handle color differs.

How do the E.T.R.™ Trauma Shears compare to standard 7.25" EMT shears?

The E.T.R.™ at 5.5" is designed for compactness and tactical portability rather than the utility-first design of larger 7.25" shears. The shorter profile means they fit in IFAK pouches and cargo pockets where larger shears would not, while still providing effective cutting for rapid casualty assessment. Larger shears (7-7.5") offer more leverage and are preferred in non-space-constrained EMS and hospital settings. For IFAKs and patrol kit, 5.5" is generally the optimal balance of cutting capability and packability.