A hand-held manual surgical instrument designed for passing (driving) sutures and suture needles through tissues/prosthetic materials to facilitate suturing (it is not dedicated to ophthalmic applications). A passer, also known as a needle driver, is a long, thin, rod-like device that may be flexible or rigid in design and have hooks, catches, clasps, or forceps-like jaws at the distal end that grip/hold. The distal end will typically terminate as a button, rounded, or acorn tip, while the proximal end will have a handle or lever that is operated by the user. This is a reusable device.