A self-locking, surgical instrument, used for separating the edges of the vagina and holding back the tissue allowing a surgical intervention or examination. The instrument may resemble a large pair of scissors or have an open circle design with pointed, blunted, or wire-like blades or claws that grasp and part the tissue of the vaginal opening. It is typically made of stainless steel and comes in a variety of designs. This is a reusable device.