Reposable endoscopic forceps systems are described. The forceps systems may be provided with one or more reposable elements that are intended to be interoperable therewith in various different combinations. By way of a non-limiting example, the reposable elements of the forceps system may be, without limitation: (1) a threaded reposable tip insert wherein the associated tube and adaptor are retained as reusable elements and may thus be permanently attached to a handle (2) a cartridge system, including a jaw assembly operably associated therewith, a retaining tube, an activation shaft, and an adaptor and (3) a threaded tip insert and a detachable tube, thus allowing thorough cleaning of both the insert and the tube.
