Nail Clippers
Nail Clippers A nail clipper (also called a nail trimmer or nailcutter) is a mechanical device used to trim fingernails and toenails. Nail clippers may also be entirely enclosed in a flexible plastic so that they appear less threatening to children, especially those who are afraid of being cut by the clippers. These may be manufactured as "child-proof" nail clippers. Nail cutters are usually made of metal. Two common varieties are the plier type and the compound lever type. Recently, a third variety of the ({push button}) type has been introduced. All are common household objects. Most nail clippers usually come with another tool attached, which is used to clean the dirt out of nails. A nail trimmer often has a miniature file fixed to it to allow rough edges of nails to be manicured. A nail file allows for removal of any excess nail that is jagged or has been missed. Nail clippers occasionally come with a pocket knife or a nail catcher. The nail trimmer consists of a head ...