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Name Hollenback 1/2 Carver Category Restorative / Carving Instrument Function Carving and contouring dental restorative materials (especially amalgam) Material High-grade stainless steel (autoclavable and corrosion-resistant) Design Double-ended instrument with thin, sharp, and elongated blades Blade Ends Both ends are mirror images; thin and tapered to access tight interproximal areas Handle Type Usually round or octagonal for enhanced grip and balance Size Smaller and more delicate than Hollenback 3 – suitable for fine detail work Common Uses - Carving Class II amalgam restorations - Contouring wax patterns - Composite finishing Sterilization Compatible with standard autoclave sterilization procedures