Big Boy Needle

So the most common procedure that I do as a neurologist is a lumbar puncture aka spinal tap. The normal adult kits come with a 3 inch long needle, but given the body habitus on some patients, we also occasionally have to ask for what we have begun to affectionately refer to as 'the big boy needle.' This needle is depicted below with other objects for size reference. I must say there is a certain 'OMG' quality to the needle when we pull it out. What do you think?