Reddit reviews Seki Edge Nail Clippers (SS-106) - Stainless Steel Fingernail Clippers for Men & Women - Sharp Cutting Edges for Thick Nails - Professional & Home Use - Made in Japan

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
  

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've had the Seki Edge for a few months. I have every reason to expect that it will last forever. Even the cheap ones have lasted me for 10+ years. This one is much better quality though. The reviews on Amazon seem very accurate to me, check out what other people are saying.

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.

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...

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

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

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

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

Best clip of your life

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/

It's dangerous to go alone. Take this

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

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.

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

These may just change your life... SEKI EDGE SS-106- Stainless Steel Fingernail Clipper https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000F35R00?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

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.

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. :(

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.
   

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!

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!

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.

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

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

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

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