So I was introduced to the world of superior nail clippers a couple years ago when I got the Seki Edge.....
http://www.amazon.com/Seki-Edge-Stainless-Fingernail-Clipper/dp/B000F35R00/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1322510729&sr=8-3
Recently I misplaced that and decided to order another rather than go without. I had used that Seki a couple times a week for over a year and it was still sharper and superior to any other 'new' clipper I'd ever used. Just wish it had a built-in file and the portability of this one intrigued me. So I tried this one to see if it'd be an upgrade. I couldn't find any reviews comparing these so here is the comparison for others like me:
Clipping: Both are fantastic and very similar in the pressure it takes to cut. The Seki is a little easier to hold in your hand and it's a little more curved on the blade end. It's also a bit easier to see what you are doing. If both were sitting in front of me I'd choose the Seki. Though this does an unexpectedly good job of 'catching' nails. Some fall out, but most just lay in there behind the blade until you tap them into the trash. Therefore it's a little less messy than the Seki. Though neither will launch a nail like cheaper cutters do. These cut and drop, cheap ones pinch and launch. Obviously, this one takes a little more finagling to get it into cutting position, but the sleekness more than makes up for that.
Portability: Because I kept misplacing the Seki, I was hoping this one would fit easily in my wallet and therefore wouldn't be misplaced. It does. Not if you are the minimalist money-clip kind of person but I don't have much in my wallet and this doesn't add much to the bulk. Nice! Wish it had a keychain hole but it does not. Ironically, the Seki does but it's too heavy for something I'd want on my keychain.
File: I used to misplace a separate file, no more. This one works great. I read some complaints about it being too fine. I think it is just right. It's the sand-papery type file (though metal, not sand) instead of the angled ribs. This clipper is so sharp and accurate all you need the file for is a little buffing, not additional shaping. Though it is small and there isn't an obvious way to hold it correctly while filing. I have only ever used files for very brief smoothing after a cut so this is fine for me. If you approach fine filing with seriousness though, this will probably fall short for you.
I still prefer the ergonomics and general weight of the Seki. This one is lighter and not as curvy, therefore it slips a little when getting a grip and trying to position. I suppose some might like the lightness better, I always enjoyed the heft of the Seki since it adds to the quality feel.
I'm not sure which I'd choose if I had none. This is way easier to misplace unless you take advantage of it's size to slip in your wallet or similar home. It's also just smaller for traveling and you don't need a separate file. It's also better at not dropping nail files. If you don't mind having the best tools that take up more space, I'd go with the Seki. I finally found my misplaced Seki and will still probably use that most of the time. However, when on the go and I need to trim an annoying nail, I'm very happy that this and it's file will always be on-hand without me having to remember to 'pack' it. For that and the many years of expected service, it's worth every penny.
I clip my nails several times a week and its always just a couple at a time (there's always one or two that are just annoying me). As other habitual clippers know, constantly messing with your nails (tapping, clipping, etc) just leads to faster growing, which leads to more clipping.... If you can't slow down this cycle, you might as well make it enjoyable. Once you use a good clipper, you'll never go back to the 99 cent ones from the drugstore.... I actually shudder at the thought of one of those leaving a rough edge because all they really do is pinch hard and tear.
If you ever notice someone clipping a lot but using cheap tools this would make a great gift. I've spent most my life not doing it the right way and I'm sure there are many who would appreciate the difference.
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About Zwilling J.A. Henckels
Zwilling J. A. Henckels was founded in 1731 and is one of the oldest brands in the world. Based in Solingen, Germany, with a worldwide reputation for the highest quality and craftsmanship, the group has a presence in over 100 countries. Zwilling J. A. Henckels delivers the highest quality functioning tools required for personal care and prides itself on a tradition in quality materials, excellent workmanship, high functionality and durability with every tool sold.
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin S Nail Clipper
Product Description
For neat looking hands, this award winning folding fingernail clipper is famous for innovative design, German engineering, and excellent precision. Made of premium quality stainless steel with a luxurious satin finish and ultra-sharp, curved cutting edges for precise trimming of nails. Leather pouch included.
How To Use:
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1. Push lever down at the grooves and slide back |
2. Lift lever up and. .. |
3. Push forward towards the cutting edge to activate clipper |
4. Bonus: Flip lever over to use file on other side |
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Teeny tiny pouch for GRANT clippers PORTABLE!
Stairs don’t limit. These are at first tricky. If you don’t act like they want it doesn’t work. So, I had to adjust to follow the included INSTRUCTIONS!! Push lever UP.Zwilling is a high end GERMAN brand.Now, the file is half falling out. Is that my end? I might have gotten a mis-product. To handle the file opposite to the clipper side, one must find a way not to be clipped at the same time. Mine not right??The whole thing for using the file is bangling around.Up side for these clippers being pulled apart - yet not separate- is the wish to EASY clean the clipper - whereas conventional ones always keep the clipped nail part within - these are open and mighty simple to be wiped off; the nail already fell off!!At last one of the most important sector - right before FUNCTIONALITY / QUALITY:ART DECO BEAUTY!These are esthetically SO PERFECT .. I guess I might give them 5*S.
