Reddit mentions: The best fingernail & toenail clippers

Gifts I've given, or considered giving, over the years -- descending price order

• AeroGarden (about $150)
  
• Klhip Nail Clippers (about $80-$100)
  
• Vera Bradley purse (about $60)
  
• Kindle cover with light (about $60, obviously this only works if she has a Kindle)
  
• Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder (about $50)
  
• Frog-shaped humidifier (about $40)
  
• Planet Earth (about $35-$40)
  
• Box of candy types from the decade they were a kid (about $30)
  
• Less crazily priced but still good fingernail clipper and toenail clipper (about $30)
  
• If she entertains guests ever, maybe a party game like this one (about $25)
  
• Travelocity gnome (about $25)
  
• Some good quality bath towels ($20 and up, multiple brands, my mom liked these)
  
• Wine chiller (about $20)
  
• Eye glass holder (about $20)
  
• Maybe she needs more drink coasters, here's just one of many types (about $20)
  
• Odd little windup-toy (about $15)
  
• Light blanket / throw (about $15)
  
• Wine Saver Set (about $15)
  
• Slinky! (about $6)
  
  Variably priced gift ideas
  
  
• Does she have a hobby? Search the internet for a good book / movie /class related to said hobby
  
• Bath & Body Works is a good bet, though it can help if you are able to snoop on your mom's favorite (spy in bathroom, ask family member or friend to spy) -- or go with eucalyptus, because my mom likes that one -- from $10 on up
  
• There's more than chocolate and flowers, do a search to find a bonsai tree to send her, or specialty foods if she has something she likes (e.g., gluten-free, low-carb, etc.), or just something different (honey-baked ham, omaha steaks, etc.) -- variable cost
  
• Gift certificate (or otherwise 'your treat' money) for a pedicure, manicure, massage, meal prep visit (search for 'meal prep cityname' to see what I'm talking about) -- $25 - $100
  
• Offer to pay for a night at a nice local hotel for her and a spouse/partner to get away -- or a local theater production, night out at the movies, restaurant gift certificate, etc. -- variable cost
  
  Some other places I look
  
  
• /r/BuyItForLife -- I get ideas of quality-type products here sometimes
  
• SkyMall -- some super-expensive stuff, but some interesting ideas and more reasonably priced stuff
  

Hello lovely! You seem to be doing awesome! I mean, they're already pink, you totally know what you're doing. ;)

Okay, so for the chipping so quickly, check out this super crappy video!. I never could find a close up of exactly how to do it on Youtube, so yeah. There's my face. This will help to extend the life of the top coat and thus mani! If it gets on your fingers, no biggie. It comes off in the shower or with acetone. :)

Here's what I use for a base coat, and generally for making my nails long and strong. Bats suggestion is another super common one! This one just happened to work well for me to help with chipping, so I figured kill two birds with one stone. I pair this with (I go through rotations and use what fits my needs...) either seche or this quick dry topper Poshe. Both seem to be nice, but I have noticed Poshe can be easier on the cuticle edges when it dries... Less pull of the coloring perhaps?

This is the set I use for clean up around the cuticle edges right now. The "ideal" is to paint a centimeter or something AWAY from the cuticle, then use the brushes (I dip in pure acetone) to perfectly clean up the line or round it out! The top coat generally should land/start in that blank space, so it's double effective to paint away from the edge initially. :D

Also, it will make a huge difference if you start pushing your cuticles back! I use this metal set because I'm irrationally terrified of getting splinters from the wooden ones. I use a cheap walmart cuticle softner before pushing back, but this is my dream formula since it's so highly recommended. BY pushing them back when you start to see them, it helps clear the nail and thus have less to let the polish stick to! Hurray! You're not supposed to use the scary looking scissor thingies too often, but I do use it on one very specific corner on my left thumb. I have one stupid stubborn cuticle skin flap that refuses to go away without being gently tweezed/cut off. I always make sure to wash with an anti bacterial soap immediately after and like to slather on some delicious cuticle oil LIKE PUMPKIN BANANA BREAD after to give them some softness again!


If you've got any more questions, I WOULD LOVE TO HELP YOUUUUU. <333

My big toenail got totally ruined by fungus because I left it untreated for 2+ years. Tbh I didn't know what it was and thought it'd go away on its own. 

A year ago, during my trip to Bali, I was in the water so much that half of my toenail actually fell off! This is when I finally started doing research and treating it. I went through a 9 month phase where I slacked off because I was traveling a lot, which is why you see it get much worse. But about 3 months ago I decided I've had enough and took this to the next level. I've been extremely proactive in my routine and am finally seeing results!!! It's a lot of work but it's really encouraging to see improvements.

Here's how I'm doing it:

• Keep it filed down using this electric nail drill (be really careful not to get carried away & use the slowest setting. stop if you feel ANY pain)
  
• Keep it clean & trimmed I make sure the sides of my nail/cuticle are free of debri and keep my nails short using these tools
  
• Make sure to disinfect all tools & surfaces using alcohol or hand sanitizer & soap
  
• Brush your toe 2-3 times a day with a soft tip toothbrush and tea tree oil body wash (especially in morning and before going to bed)
  
• Apply Tea tree oil & Coconut oil after brushing
  
  • Why: Several studies have shown that tea tree oil has antifungal properties. (source) Coconut oil also has antifungal properties and also smoothes out your skin & nail, which is key cuz tea tree oil makes it really dry and rough
    
  • How: You can do it by hand, but to make it easier I bought this mini refillable perfume spray bottle, filled it up with tea tree oil & coconut oil 50/50. So all I gotta do is spray it on my toe after I brush and dry
    
• Apply Vicks vaporub I apply this along with the tea tree oil & coconut oil once a day or so
  
• Apply Urea Cream at night in addition to the tea tree oil & coconut oil
  
  • Numerous studies have shown combination therapy of urea and an antifungal agent to be an effective treatment for onychomycosis. Urea functions to soften the nail plate, which can enhance the passage of antifungal medications to the underlying nail bed.
    
• Footsoaks I've done footsoaks 2-3 times a week for 30 min each. Recently I've been combining 2 part warm water, 1 part vinegar (distilled white or ACV), and like 5 tbsp baking soda. Sometimes I only do baking soda. Sometimes I add a few drops of tea tree oil. Sometimes I soak just with bleach & water. But if you do the bleach & water, make sure you use regular bleach (not the splashless kind). Anyways as you can tell, I kinda mix it up when it comes to footsoaks
  
  • In the lab, plain old sodium bicarbonate limited growth of the most common types of fungi that cause skin and nail infections. (source)
    
  • Vinegar can protect against bacteria, fungi, and other harmful microbes, so putting it into a foot soak could have potential benefits for the feet. source
    
• Antifungal foot powder I use this foot powder anytime I wear shoes to keep it as dry as possible
  
• Try to stay bare feet as much as possible
  
• Put toe in sunlight as much as you can fungus hates the sun
  
• Clean socks I change into fresh clean socks constantly
  
• Handwash & sanitize socks I handwash all of my socks by soaking them in this collapsible dish tub with super hot water, laundry detergent, and a few drops of dettol, which is this super concentrated antiseptic liquid that kills the fungus
  
• Spray on sanitizer If I'm ever lazy, I carry this hand sanitizer spray to spray my toenail before going to bed. I also spray this in my shoes & flip flops at night. I also use this to spray down my nail filer, sink, hands, etc. to not spread fungus.

DON'T GO NEAR ILNP!!! Not if you want to build your collection up without spending a lot since their polishes are mainly $10 each...I may spend too much money on them because thy're gorgeous holos.


Howver if you want to get into gels for cheaps definitely get one of those Sally Hansen starter sets that comes with the lights they're around $20-30 depending on where you find them, This is a cheap one with the color "Wine Not?" so even fi you dislike the color you'll have base and top coat and the light to begin playing with it, they have others but as you can see the other colors are more expensive for no reason you get the same things only a different color. You may be able to find these in a place like Wal-Mart or Sally Beauty for cheaper.


As for acrylics never done them and never likes them so not any help there, but for tools here are some links to some good ones that are cheap. They may take a little ot ship but I will forego spending a ton for shipping in favor of having more to spend on stuff. Here's a cuticle set, I've got this and it works nice. And here is some dotting tools and little gems, there are definitely good review on these and I've ordered other supplies from this seller before. So if you want to branch out from one colors and do little splashes of designs these work.


You may also look into nail vinyls for doing patterns and such first then invest in some brushes for free hand designs later on since it gets easier then. For now get going on things and enjoy painting again, hope some of this rambling of suggestions helped!

Lota of great suggestions already. A few more less exciting suggestions, but useful.

• sun hoodie $30-$50?
  
• quality sunscreen $10 (I like Blue Lizard)
  
• quality socks $10-$15 (I like DeFeet Aereators for fairly thin, very durable socks. They have cushioned versions too).
  
• electric shoe dryer $25-$40 (I like DryGuys brand)
  
• shoehorn $1 (surprisingly helpful if you have a heel blister)
  
• little medical kit (about as large as a wallet)
  
• nail clippers $5 (these ones are gifty and pretty good quality - Kikkerland Hand and Foot Nail Clippers Set, Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0046C5B2A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0SCWDbHTKS79M)
  
• inflatable camping pad ($40-$80) & packable sleeping bag ($90-$150) (i like big agnes brand and aircore pad & lost dog 45 degree) On this one, I think being able to pack it right is the primary thing. High temperature rating and not down insulation saves money here, but look carefully at packable size).
  
  Edit: re sleeping bags, many/most Big Agnes bags are designed with insulation one one side only, intended to pair with their pads, which fit into a sleeve on the bag. This lets the bag pack tighter than most. I have had the lost dog bag (which I misplaced) and the cross mountain 45 degree bag, which is excellent, but needs a pad as described above. $100 on sale a few places.

I own and love this comb and this looks very similar to a fantastic comb one of my coworkers uses.

For slickers, Les Poochs makes some pretty awesome ones - their red one is amazing at dematting! Unfortunately they're also really expensive! If you don't mind spending, the Pro Brush (F/F) would be the way to go. If you're cheap like me, this has very good reviews and should perform acceptably as well. I personally like flexible slickers, so I recommend them.

Truthfully I seldom use undercoat rakes. A high velocity blow dryer (k9 brand is good - don't bathe at home without a blower, it's a good investment) serves the purpose for me both with my own dog and with the dogs at work. Still, if you want an undercoat rake, stay away from things that have blades - Furminators, Furminator knock-offs, Mars Coat Kings, coat king knock offs. There's a time and place for those but I would not personally use them on a spitz of any breed. Something like this will do. I also like shedding combs though I haven't found one without a handle yet.

Additional stuff: you need a good pair of nail clippers, and I also recommend spray like The Stuff or Ice on Ice to keep things feeling nice and fresh.

I daily carry a GORUCK GR1. I chose this pack because of how ridiculously overbuilt it is. Prior to getting the GR1, I carried less and I generally still couldn't go more than 6 months at best without ripping or destroying my packs. I also like that it doesn't have much built in organization. I prefer to create my own organizational system rather than use the one mandated by the pack. This is the primary reason I chose this over similar high quality options such as the Tom Bihn Synapse 25.

Also, I know there is a serious lack of cool hacking tools. Unfortunately I am currently in a more defensive than offensive cybersecurity position, so I don't really carry a lot of stuff around with me like I used to when I was red team.

On the front you can see that I have a Grimloc biner in case I need to attach anything to my pack. I also have a Gonex water bottle pouch and a large water bottle. On the back of the pack I have a pouch with my EDC Zebralight on the shoulder strap for easy access while wearing the ruck.

• GORUCK GR1 26L
  
• Gonex MOLLE Water Bottle Pouch
  
• 48oz Nalgene
  
• Grimloc Locking D-ring
  
• Tactical Tailor Multitool Pouch
  
• Zebralight SC600 Fd Mk; III Plus
  
  Opening the pack up, I have my tool pouch attached to the internal MOLLE webbing at the top as well as work gloves, a waterproof pack cover, rain coat, and umbrella. Additionally, I have a packing cube full of clothes. The packing cube isn't a usual part of my EDC, but I had the bag packed for an overnight trip so I thought I'd leave it in the picture to show what a few days worth of clothes looked like packed in the bag.
  
  
• Zulu Nylon Gear Mega Admin Pouch
  
• Sea to Summit Ultrasil Pack Cover
  
• EEZ-Y Compact Travel Umbrella
  
• Stearns Dry Wear Raincoat
  
• AmazonBasics Packing Cube
  
• Mechanix FastFit Gloves
  
  Under the flap on my admin pouch and inside the admin pouch you can see my primary toolkit. It's designed to have just about anything I would need for basic repairs throughout a day. I'm not handyman or anything, but I like to be able to solve just about any basic problem with just what is in the pouch. If I'm away from home or my car where I have more in-depth toolboxes, I can still solve most issues I run into.
  
  
• CountyComm EMT/Combat Shears](https://countycomm.com/products/premium-emt-combat-shears)
  
• Veleno Designs Quantum D2 Battery Charger
  
• Micro Cord from TEC Accessories
  
• BIC Lighters
  
• Zip Ties
  
• Wiha Screwdriver Bit Set
  
• Irwin Vise Grip 6in Long Nose Locking Pliers
  
• Nitrile Gloves
  
• T-Rex Tape Mini Roll
  
• PowerPax SlimLine CR123A Battery Caddy with extra batteries
  
• PowerPax 18650 Battery Caddy with extra batteries
  
• Robert Lessard (SAKModder) custom Alox SAK
  
• ThruNite Catapult V6 Mini Thrower
  
• Surefire Minimus Headlamp
  
• Kiya Nail Clippers
  
• Stanley Tape Measure
  
• SERE Pocket Saw
  
• MulWark Ratchet and bits
  
• CountyComm Pocket Widgy Pry Bar
  
• Small tin with extra razor utility blades for my TPT Slide
  
  There are two inner pockets. The mesh pocket has several micro USB and USB-C charging cords, an HDMI cable, cigarette lighter charging plug, and a wall charging plug. The top pocket, as well as the outer slant pocket are filled with assorted items that I want quick access to.
  
  
• Striking Viking Wooden Beard Comb
  
• Metal Chopsticks
  
• CountyComm Super Spork
  
• Prescription Medication
  
• Tissues
  
• Extra set of prescription glasses
  
• Personal first aid kit
  
• Pouch of pens, pencils, sharpies, and general office supplies
  
• Petzl e+LITE Headlamp
  
• Chapstick
  
• Tide to Go Pen
  
• 100% DEET Bug Spray
  
• REI Mesh Stuff Sack](https://www.rei.com/product/118851/rei-co-op-mesh-stuff-sack)
  
• OnePlus Dash Charger
  
• Veho Pebble P-1 Portable Power Bank
  
• NOT PICTURED: Jaybird X3 Bluetooth Headphones
  

these are so cool! I don't have my ears gauged but my sister does and its my favorite thing to buy for her!

and I would consider nail polish to be body mod! Cause you are changing the natural color of your nails :P and either this or this would be amazing because I just recently stopped biting my nails and painting/taking care of them has really motivated me to keep it up. It still feels weird to type with my nails long though!

hey, I just met you, and you're so awesome !

How nice :)

1. This beer glass, which is packaged beautifully + a trip to a local brewery.
   
   
2. He might appreciate finding a pocket knife or some toenail clippers in his stocking. Not something that someone would typically think to ask for, but definitely useful.
   
   
3. A wireless bluetooth speaker, which he can bring with him when he goes golfing.
   
   
4. This really beautiful copper flask + a tour of a nearby distillery.
   
   
5. A subscription to Vinyl Me, Please. Each month they'll send him a special-edition vinyl, complete with an album-inspired 12" x 12" art print and custom cocktail pairing recipe.
   

Here is my routine with items and products that work for me.

DAILY Morning:

1. Scrape tongue; rinse with water; brush teeth for 2 minutes; floss; rinse 1 minute with alcohol-free mouthwash and then gargle 30 seconds with a little more mouthwash; brush tongue with vegetable glycerin.
   
2. Shower with warm- not hot- water; shampoo (every other day) and condition (every day); wash pits, feet, in between toes, crotch and crack with antibacterial soap and washcloth; wash rest of body with loofah and body wash of choice.
   
3. Wash face with warm water and a gentle face cleanser; shave; apply witch hazel to face, neck, and forehead; apply moisturizer with SPF
   
4. Dry off completely, especially pits, in between toes, crotch, and crack; apply Fresh Balls , deodorant, foot cream or powder , and hand cream (as necessary).
   
   DAILY Night:
   
   
5. Step 1 of morning routine
   
6. Wash hands and clean under finger nails * with antibacterial soap
   
7. Wash face with warm water and face cleanser; apply moisturizer.
   
   WEEKLY Sat or Sun: (In addition to daily routines)
   
   
8. Use a face scrub in the shower, gently, especially to the areas you will be shaving; clean under toenails with a nail brush*
   
9. Soak feet, particularly in summer and/or you have to wear work boots;
   
10. While feet are soaking trim fingernails * and clean under them with pointed end of a nail file*, carefully; dry feet.
    
11. Trim toenails* and clean under them with nail file*.
    
12. Check nose, ears and eyebrows for any hairs that need to be trimmed or anything in between eyebrows that needs to be removed.
    
13. Shave back of neck and around ears
    
    * Use separate tools for hands and feet to avoid spreading any potential fungus to your hands
    
    BI-WEEKLY Sat or Sun:
    
    
14. Manscape after the morning routine.
    
    I have a few resources that have specific guides, I will post them later. I hope this is somewhat helpful and if you have any questions, let me know.

you know what works really well?

in most stores beauty sections they sell a nail cutter with the blades on the side, like a tiny pair of scissors but at just the right angle to clip away ingrown nails. works perfect and it was my most prized tool for a few years lol.

omg.. i found mine in a 99 cent store, i never knew they were ACTUALLY called "ingrown nail clippers"

http://www.amazon.com/Body-Toolz-Ingrown-Toenail-Clipper/dp/B002WPZNRQ?ie=UTF8&*Version*=1&*entries*=0

As someone who bit their nails for ~24 yrs I now agree with this entirely. Glass files are great. Clip and file after you shower, it softens your nails. takes some time to get better at it but the long smooth/curved strokes are key.

EDIT: good nail clippers are helpful. They are sharper and leave a cleaner cut. You might say why would I spend so much on clippers I can get them for $1. Because you are trying to do a better job taking care of yourself that's why.
https://www.amazon.com/Seki-Edge-Stainless-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00

This vimeo video is hilarious! I hope you enjoy it too!

Just under $3! These would be so handy to have!

Can you feel the love - because I can!

You're the best!!

1. Do you pick at them? Roll your index fingers over them? Bit/Chew on them? Maybe there's a habit you need to correct.
   
   
2. Can you think of anything you do that might dry out your skin?
   
   I cut large stacks of paper at work and it took me ages to figure out the paper dust was demolishing my skin. Not only that but hardwater and cheap soap weren't helping either.
   
   Now I moisturize every time after washing my hands, take fish oil tablets, and make sure I'm getting enough calcium. Diet makes a difference. :)
   
   They mostly look dried out and as /u/Rootman points out below a cuticle cutter will help you maintain them. If your hangnails get too long they will constantly tug and tear at the base of your cuticles and they'll never get a chance to properly heal. Good luck!

Well I use a straight clipper like this one.
And what I do, which has about a 80% success rate, is clip the nail like so: http://imgur.com/WuDISV4
Somtimes you just know it's gonna fly off so aim at the trash can, or put your hand near a plastic bag to catch it.
For toenails, it helps if you have a tiled bathroom floor. Then you can cut them before you clean the bathroom.

I love spring, but right now it is super gloomy,cold and not very nice out. I just want to go outside so I can frolic and plant flowers! :3

Item! I would love to get to start up my new hobby!

I love my muji nail clippers. Super solid construction and definitely affordable for how good they are. MUJI nail clipper Made in Japan Small 6cm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ECPRRIC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_cEI4BbXGK7T12

I agree with other people saying that you need to keep a pair of nail clippers with you at all times. Running my fingers along my cuticle, if I feel any rough or sharp pieces sticking up, I will just clip it off, and there is not even anything left to bite and rip up! I started doing that when I started my nursing career, because open wounds on your fingers are very dangerous if you're around nasty germs all day. This nail clipper has truly saved my fingers. I highly encourage you hop on amazon right now and buy 2 or 3! It folds completely flat and also has a spot where it can be attached to a keyring. Also, stimulants can exacerbate any anxiety you may have. That means that drinking coffee or any other sources of caffeine can make your cuticle biting worse, so be cognizant of what makes you bite and try to reduce it. If necessary, see a psychiatrist and try to control any anxiety you may have. This was also part of what helped me stop! My cuticles look great, but just a year ago they looked just like yours! Good luck and I know you can do it!

Everyone and their great great grandmothers once removed knows the best nail clippers are these.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00G6JZHJI/ref=mp_s_a_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1541486523&sr=8-3&keywords=french+nail+clippers&dpPl=1&dpID=31dfRkOiw0L&ref=plSrch

RUCKERCO Nail clippers set black matte stainless steel 3 pcs nail clippers &slant edg Toenail Clipper Cutter Metal Case .The best nail clipper gift for men and women https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q8V11GC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7G4YCbZTSVWDM




Haha. Just kidding. I know that feeling for sure

Nippes by Solingen If you can find them online. ACE/Cole's hardware has them in San Francisco. My Tweezerman tweezers are great, but these are the best clippers - better than Tweezerman, imho.

If you have really thick nails this can be helpful, but I think a better bit of advice is to spend a few bucks on some really good clippers like the ones made by Seki Edge. They are under $20, last forever, and work way batter than generic clippers. And don't share them with anyone...good way to get nail fungus.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000F35R00/

You're best option is to piece together a kit. I can not stress enough how important it is to get a good set of nippers. My SS got me the gundam planet nippers and they have been a revelation. I'd also suggest some straight edge toe nail clippers and some foam nail files, as well as a storage box for everything

http://www.amazon.com/Plano-23600-01-Stowaway-Adjustable-Dividers/dp/B000E39T50/ref=sr_1_3?s=hunting-fishing&ie=UTF8&qid=1453474601&sr=1-3&keywords=tackle+box

http://www.amazon.com/Tweezerman-Professional-Stainless-Toenail-5011-p/dp/B000KEOO4O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453474502&sr=8-1&keywords=straight+toenail+clippers

http://www.amazon.com/So-Beauty-Buffing-Sanding-Pedicure/dp/B00KLWFYGW/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1453474527&sr=8-8&keywords=foam+nail+file

http://www.gundamplanet.com/gundam-planet-premium-side-cutter.html

I have tourette's syndrome and that means I have actual physical and verbal tics. One of my compulsive tics was nailbiting. However, I found a surprisingly simple and effective way to completely quit.

It's yours for just 3 easy payments of $19.99.

Kidding. Here is how.

You know how when your nails get too short, you stop biting that nail and you kind of hope there is another one to bite next? Then you're a little frustrated if they are all too short to bite?

So here is the solution. As soon as you notice your nails are long enough to bite, clip them with nail clippers and file the rough edge. Keep a couple sets of nail clippers at your desk at home, at work, in the car and on your keychain.

These are the best nail clippers I have ever owned and they can go on your keychain:

https://smile.amazon.com/Victorinox-8-2055-CB-clippers-stainless-Blister/dp/B001U52C9Q/ref=sr_1_6?crid=6JX2ZVGAEKVE&keywords=swiss+army+nail+clippers&qid=1550282545&s=gateway&sprefix=swiss+army+nail%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-6

Now, whenever you would normally bite your nails, none of them are long enough to bite.

Hi, first time posting on this sub, I recently bought the [Green Bell Nail clipper G-1008] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000FQS9AC/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1). I bought it based off one of the recommendations of the sidebar and love it. Good build, sharp edge, and the 'handle' design is very ergonomic. Hope this helps.

Pro tip: https://www.amazon.com/Seki-Stainless-Fingernail-Clipper-SS-106/dp/B000F35R00/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_194_t_0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=N235H5G0HVMYKQH12XFN

These $10 nail clippers are THE BEST CLIPPERS YOU WILL OWN! No shit. Super sharp, nice lines, don't crush the nail etc.

Thank me later

Thanks for the contest! Here are some nifty cuticle groomers. :)

Keeping them neatly clipped should go a long way to keeping them clean.

I highly recommend not buying or using junk clippers. Cheap clippers are imprecise, can bend your nail, and just not worth the hassle.

I got one of these a couple of years ago and its been a dream:

http://www.amazon.com/Seki-Edge-Stainless-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00

Something like these. I'm sure you can find them at a beauty supply store or something, too. I've rarely ever seen them at a drugstore, but sometimes you'll get lucky.

I carry this Victorinox set. They fold nice and flat, hang well on your key ring, do a great job of cutting and filing, and they last for years. I've had mine for four years this summer, and I've heard others say they've lasted for 20+.

I love the ones made by Kai (Same co. that makes Shun knives), they're sold on Amazon as well and are only a few bucks.

Linkydink

Edit: added link

The "Henckels Ultra-Slim"

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002A9JPKK?psc=1

has a claimed "shipping weight" of 0.3 ounces. Kinda pricey but it sure looks slick.

Maybe we could talk CountyComm into finding us a titanium nail clipper; they carry Ti tweezers, pens, lighters, flashlights, gated clips, money clips, screw-links, several widgy bars, and split rings in three sizes. Handy stuff, and some useful UL items for various kits.

Seki Stainless Steel Nail Clipper, still clips my nails like a boss and it has some nice weight to it, feels like BIFL quality.

I use these for my greyhound who has pretty thick claws, they're really sturdy and well-made. I think the key is to keep them super sharp though, then they don't put as much pressure on the nail and cut through much easier.

Do not clip my cuticles, but these are the shit for nails anyway...

Leatherman Squirt,small metal container with sliding lid that you can put a sewing kit with buttons and safety pins in, another tin with meds, bills sliver pullers,victorinox nail clippers,cut an old gift card into a 1 inch wide piece and wrap a few feet of gorilla tape around it.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JKUJLRE/ref=asc_df_B00JKUJLRE5111327/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=395033&creativeASIN=B00JKUJLSS&linkCode=df0&hvadid=194859264681&hvpos=1o5&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3070529452007698534&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011806&hvtargid=pla-315180447551&th=1&psc=1



https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004UBCKYY/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1502155109&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=uncle+bills+sliver+gripper&dpPl=1&dpID=31OU8Sw1VRL&ref=plSrch


https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001U52C9Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502155237&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=victorinox+nail+clipper&dpPl=1&dpID=41N2XmzlsoL&ref=plSrch

These are super tiny and work well.

Good quality nail clipper, I highly recommend.

https://www.amazon.com/SS-106-Stainless-Steel-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1543426666&sr=8-3&keywords=seki+nail+clippers

Use these to keep the sides trimmed and you will never have a problem again. I bought them a few years back and they are great

And use a good nail clipper. The missus laughed when I bought a $12 nail clipper, now she won't even share it with me. So now we have two $12 nail clippers.

This is the one:
https://www.amazon.com/Green-Bell-Clipper-G-1008-Takumi/dp/B000FQS9AC/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1485554104&sr=8-1&keywords=green+bell+nail+clippers

Victorinox do a very good, small, compact and lightweight nail clipper with file.

Edit: I have very thick toenails and they cut them very easily. Here’s the link to them on amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/Victorinox-Nail-clipper-nail-stainless/dp/B001U52C9Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=victorinox+nail+clipper&qid=1558189290&s=gateway&sprefix=victorinox+na&sr=8-2

https://www.amazon.com/Seki-Edge-Stainless-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00/

These are good. Very sharp, and they catch the clippings inside of it so they don't go flying off to god knows where. Comes with a curved nail file too!

These guys are the absolute best in my opinion

https://www.amazon.com/MoMa-MUJI-clipper-Japan-Small/dp/B00ECPRRIC/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1496188257&sr=8-1&keywords=muji+nail+clippers

I don't understand most of what you said for some reason. But here's a link to the best toenail clippers you will ever experience.

http://www.amazon.com/Seki-Edge-Toe-Nail-Clipper/dp/B000F37UNM

http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000F35R00?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

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I thought spending $15 for some nail clippers was a bit much. Another Japanese company, got these:
https://www.amazon.com/SS-106-Stainless-Steel-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00

and they work awesome. My old nail clippers actually did break, some nail clippers that I bought in Utah on vacation in the late 80s as a kid.

If anyone is looking for a high quality pair of nail clippers which also has a very handy compartment for cut nails that can be easily emptied out into a trash can (and that doesn't put a big dent in your wallet) I recommend the one's Muji makes - https://www.amazon.com/MUJI-nail-clipper-Japan-Small/dp/B00ECPRRIC (Not a referral link) I've used mine for a while and I really like it.

Seki edge clippers. Made in Japan... https://www.amazon.com/Seki-Stainless-Fingernail-Clipper-SS-106/dp/B000F35R00/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=seki+edge+nail+clippers&qid=1568302832&sr=8-4
Expensive for nail clippers but they are good quality and still cut as well as they did when I first ordered them.

I came across this when recommending some items to someone in the UK. It appears on several Victorinox non-bladed items. I guess the Amazon filter isn't set up properly.

Nail Clipper

Lanyard

Bike Tool


Leather Pouch

There are others as well.

I just got the stand-alone Victorinox clippers. Excellent, as expected.

Victorinox 8.2055.CB Swiss Army Nail Clippers with Nail File, Stainless, in Blister

This nail clipper is a godsend and will last for a long time. If you don't have a good nail clipper, then get this for sure.

http://www.amazon.com/Seki-Edge-Stainless-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00/ref=sr_1_1?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1452041898&sr=1-1&keywords=seki+edge

Really nice nail clippers.

https://www.amazon.com/Japanese-Nail-Clipper-S-size/dp/B000FQS99S/ref=lp_7604865011_1_1_a_it?srs=7604865011&ie=UTF8&qid=1495668462&sr=8-1

or if they have larger hands

https://www.amazon.com/Green-Bell-Clipper-G-1008-Takumi/dp/B000FQS9AC

I have these; they are far better: functionally, looking, and cheaper.

http://www.amazon.com/Pour-Homme-Clipper-Black-Leather/dp/B002A9JPKK/ref=pd_sbs_bt_4

The MEHAZ 660 is reasonably priced, cuts great, and will probably last forever. I've had it for a year.

Zwilling J.A. Henckels Pour Homme Ulta Slim Nail Clipper in Black Leather Pouch

a.k.a. My nail clipper is better than your nail clipper.

I also bought a Seki Edge over a year ago. It is the best I've used, and hasn't shown problems yet.

I actually bought the toenail clipper and the fingernail clipper, but use the toenail clipper exclusively. It is larger, but you get more leverage and it ends up being more precise for me.

Other nail clippers are cheaper, but end up being disposable.

the Victorinox nail clippers would be a nice replacement for those standard ones http://www.amazon.co.uk/Victorinox-Nail-clipper-nail-stainless/dp/B001U52C9Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421312846&sr=8-1&keywords=victorinox+nail+clipper

This is only $2. Thank you for the contest!

I picked up this which I really like. I tried the scissors and found the extra weight to be worth it. It folds up flat and fits in my ditty bag nicely.

EDIT: Format and to add that since it folds up it doesn't have any sharp edges to cut my cuben bag.

Are you feeling 22?

$5 or less

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Scissors may not be the best idea, it can be hard to control them. I'd recommend a traditional nail clipper, like these. If you use em on your toes, remember to clip straight across to avoid ingrown toenails.

Along with the Seki Edge, flat style clippers are great if you carry them around in your pocket.

This one is somewhat widely available. I've seen them at nordstrom, for example. I have a similar one made by Dovo that sadly isn't available anymore.

Since everybody who sees these is immediately going to want to go buy them (myself included!), here's the Amazon listing.

I like the Seiki Edge - but none of them are ever Buy for Life... they do dull over time, but you can get a good 5-6 years out of one of these Seikis.

Tweezerman makes good tools, but I'm partial to Seki myself:

https://www.amazon.com/SS-106-Stainless-Steel-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00/ref=lp_2600311011_1_1_a_it?srs=2600311011&ie=UTF8&qid=1497300921&sr=8-1

long distance or not - get good clippers. unless you're willing to invest filing time - which i am not. good clippers give you a good clean cut, no need to file.
http://www.amazon.com/Extra-Clipper-Solingen-Germany-F-Hammann/dp/B00G6JZHJI/ref=sr_1_3?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1405047137&sr=1-3

these are decent.

you know they make nail clippers for feet that are more straight... like this one.

Also for future reference, the real DAE forum is /r/DoesAnybodyElse/

Alternately you can spend a few extra bucks on a "Clip & Catch" pair of clippers.

Short socks, Stride gum, Seki nail clippers http://www.amazon.com/Seki-Edge-Stainless-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00

http://www.amazon.com/Seki-Edge-Stainless-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00

Seki nail clippers:

http://www.amazon.com/Seki-Edge-Stainless-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1393816887&sr=8-1&keywords=nail+clippers

Amazon?

Your cuticles? It could be a sign that you are not drinking enough water. Try these.

https://www.amazon.com/Zwilling-J-Henckels-Ultra-Slim-Clipper/dp/B002A9JPKK

here you go!

This one: https://www.amazon.com/Seki-Edge-Stainless-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00 made by a sword producer. I have one for a couple of years now, still sharp!

this one

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KEOO4O

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002A9JPKK

If its not too bad , do like ellipticcurve said and soak it , sterilize it, Use one of these fuckers , clip it and then betadine that shit.

The amazon listing says the are made in china :(

http://www.amazon.com/Zwilling-Pour-Homme-Ultra-Clipper/dp/B002A9JPKK

Link for the lazy: http://www.amazon.com/Swiss-Victorinox-clippers-stainless-Blister/dp/B001U52C9Q

You can trust me, I have these thingies on my wishlist. I'll use them as a super secret evil villain weapons!

It's dangerous to go alone. Take this

I have the same problem, my nails are incredibly hard to cut.

After breaking 3 different nail clippers in a day, I found these: seki nail clipper

Made of stainless steel and very sharp, they really cut your nail instead of tearing it like most nail clippers.

I’ve had mine (normal nailclipper, not the toenail clipper) for about 6 years now and still looks and works as new.

NO NO NO NO NO

Do no do this. Do not clip after a shower with your low grade walgreens clippers. Buy actual quality clippers, yes for $15 and then clip them dry. Not only is it easy, but you don't get that awful feeling and sound that you do with shit clippers.

as someone who has Korean/Japanese parents I always wondered why in America it never has clipper with the blocker that prevents nails flying around

for example:

https://www.amazon.com/MUJI-nail-clipper-Japan-Small/dp/B00ECPRRIC/ref=sr_1_9_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1518708639&sr=8-9&keywords=japanese+nail+clippers

you see how in that one the white plastic materialish sleeve blocks all the nails flying off? and those can come off, so you can just dump all the nails that was trapped inside by releasing the plastic part and put it right back in

I've never felt like my own advice could be more applicable. I have a minor obsession with keeping my nails clipped. I've carried a pair of nail clippers on me every day for a little over the past 6 years and have gone through a few pairs. I would say I trim my nails at least a bit every day.

First pair was the standard cheapo ones you would get at the counter at CVS. I think these either broke or were lost. Fun fact, with a simple pair of nail clippers you can cut, strip, unscrew and reattach the starter cable of a '92 GTI.

The next pair was a similar OTC one, except this time with a rubberized "sport grip". I never used these during sports. These lasted me a while and eventually met their demise when I had to use them as a tool and took a big chunk out of the cutting edge.

After that I got a pair of the Tweezerman ones some other people had mentioned here. I got these last April and they died on me this July. I really liked the cutting edge on these, but the post part failed. If you look at it like a rivet, the "edge" part of the rivet that keeps the post from pulling through wore away until it did eventually pull through.

It was at this point that I figured it was time to step up my game and look for some BIFL clippers. I looked around and ended up settling on the Seki Edge. Holy crap these things are awesome. I was genuinely scared of them the first time I used them because I thought I would accidentally take a chunk out of my finger. The design of the lever part is so solid they are in a totally different class.

Of course after those showed up I figured out I was able to repair the Tweezerman ones by swapping the post from pair #2. They ended up being WAY better than stock and are now my daily driver which I use just to trim. I leave the Seki at home for when I'm doing a full blown cut.

And that is more than I ever thought I would type about nail clippers...

Nail edge bothers the crap out of me. If they're not smooth, my mind just focuses on that and drives me nuts. I've bought a really nice nail clipper that trims nails smoothly without any issues. I never do it with wet fingernails as they always get a poor edge. :(