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

These are amazing. Sharp. Clean cuts. Easy handling. Good grip. High quality. Precise.

Pros: Very sharp. Cuts very cleanly. Seems well constructed to last a long while. The design gives it pretty good leverage for hard nails. This is the best and only one I've tried that cuts equal to or maybe even tops the old Gem brand clippers that I still have from the 70's. The Gem clippers still work great, but I needed a clipper for travel and those Gems are like heirlooms to me, heh. Con: (minor) - no built in file. I know many people use a dedicated nail file or emery board instead, but the the built-in was usually good enough for me. Not a big deal, though - in fact, the first time I used these, the clipping were so clean that I didn't have any rough edges that need filing.

I never have put much thought into what nail clippers I use. I always purchase a descent pair from Wal-Mart or similar store, and they get lost or dull, or the handle comes off (trash). That is the typical thing I think with nail clippers, people have come to think of them as disposable. I got tired of crap nail clippers, so I decided to invest. I love stainless steel. It is easy maintenance, can be resharpened, and lasts forever. I have SS cookware, and love it (just learn how to care for it and use it). These nail clippers are very similar. Upon receiving them, I was very impressed. I did expect them to be a tad larger, but they are perfect for all uses, but don't compare these to the typical large toe nail clippers. They are finger nail clippers, but very well made and very durable. The handle on top is removable, but has a stainless steel pin (along with everything else being stainless steel) and will not be popping off anytime soon accidentally. These have been used a couple of times now, and seem to have a slightly different feel. If anyone uses some cheap knives vs very well made knives, then these two items relate. Cheap knives often feel extremely sharp, but get dull fast, when high quality knives just feel a bit different, and the edge stays sharp much longer. These clippers feel like a very well made knife blade. The edge angle is another thing that can make the sharpness feel different. I am not sure of the angle on these, but they are able to be resharpened, which I will be doing myself with my universal sharpener. I will most likely put a fine belt on and keep the edge as flat as possible. Wonderful clippers. The price is more, but the quality and durability is there.

These are great if you want one set of clippers for fingernails and toenails. Very high grade steel, so the smaller size can still easily handle toenails. Easily worth the extra money.

Cleanest cutting clipers I have ever used! In my profession as a masaage therapist, we need to constantly keep our nails short. Over the years, I have used many different clippers to do so. I would have to say these are really nice, cut really clean. Some of the best I have ever used. Would totally recommend to my colleagues

I read a review of this nail clipper on a website that recommends various products and they rated it best available (the best one is not available any longer) and decided to splurge as I have some thick toenails an ordinary clipper struggles to cut. This clipper is works amazingly. It effortlessly goes thru my thick toe nails, and almost as thick thumb nails. I assume that is from some combination of very effective leverage and sharp blades. The handle shape is easier to hold than regular nail clippers. In short, it cutsextremely well, far better than any other clipper I have ever used. So why only 4 stars? It is narrower and the blades are more curved than other brands. So cutting across a broad toenail or thumbnail or crooked toe nail is harder than other clippers. It takes at least 3 cuts to get across my toenail, and the curve of the blade means it is harder to make the cuts continuous. The price is also several times that of other clippers. As an older person with weak hands and enough money I can afford this, it is quite good (although the blade shape is very annoying). If you are strong, it may not be worth it.

This product along with the Seki Edge Toe Nail Clipper are simple tools that help make life a little more enjoyable and easier. These also make nice gifts for family and friends as they will be pleasantly surprised by the build quality, design, and sharp blades. Some of my thoughts: - Cost: Yes initially they are more expensive than the cheaper ones but after having used them for over 6 months, it looks like it will last longer. However, these are not to the point of out-of-reach high luxury items with gold plating and studded with diamonds. They are probably more expensive because of quality build, carefully thought out design, and the use of good materials and processes. I also contacted Seki Edge through e-mail and confirmed that they are made in Japan which also probably contributes to the higher price. - Features: It would have been nice if these nail clippers came with a file. The cheaper ones I've seen have this feature and can be pretty handy to help smooth out the nail after cutting. However, if you are mainly using it for manicure or pedicure purposes at home, then you can always buy a separate file for the job. Also note that in addition to not having a file it also does not have a finger/toe jam picker. Hey it sounds nasty but this is all part of the cleaning process! But it's okay because if I see jam, I'd rather just cut my nails short and give them a good washing. - White Sticker: The white rectangular shaped sticker with "Seki Edge" logo in red and black looks like it might come off over time. I wish they instead engraved or stamped their name or even kept it off entirely. This of course is not a big issue but my first impression was that this sticker somewhat cheapened the look. - Size: Another first impression was that these clippers are not small or travel sized. Possibly the ergonomic design and leverage needed to cut with ease contributes to a slightly bulkier product design compared to the cheaper ones. Despite this bulkiness, I can see this clipper being ergonomically friendly for those with large or small hands. - Quality: The build quality is like a tank and yet it feels nice to hold in the hand. Also when you open and twist the handles, it flows smoothly and it does not feel like it will fall off or disconnect like the cheaper ones often do. I notice a hint of metal to metal sound when turning the handles, which probably will produce scratch marks over time, but this is not such a big issue to me. I am not sure what the two slots on the edge of the handle are for but I assume that it is for style and to help lighten the weight. I also appreciate the stainless steel material. The brushed stainless steel found on the body and the smooth sandblasted surface look on the handle is nicer than the chrome plated or "gold" plated shiny ones typically found elsewhere. The angles and curvatures throughout the design also contribute to a nice looking clipper. The blades are what really set itself apart from the competition. You can really feel that the perfectly aligned sharp blades actually grip your nails before proceeding to clip off the nail crisply and assuredly. I wonder though how long the blades will last over time. Thankfully I understand that this is twice tempered steel and that it can be sharpened. As with any tool you need to get used to it. I recommend cutting a little less nail in the beginning until you get the hang of it (no pun intended). For me I got a little carried away in the beginning and I cut off too much nail. After a day of handling items, opening doors, and typing on the computer, I noticed my nail was slightly separated from the finger on the very tip causing it to be sore (sorry for those who are squeamish). Anyway, there is also sometimes a clicking noise after immediately following each nail clip depending on the amount of force you give. This sound assures you that the clipper did its job and is ready for the next "bite". Overall I found these two tools to be a nice and helpful addition to my everyday life. The fact that I know that I do not have to struggle with low quality clippers (easily dull and misaligned blades and small design that is hard to hold and slips when given too much pressure) when clipping my nails gives me peace of mind. For a few bucks more, I consider this to be a significant upgrade. If it were up to me, I would rate these 4.5 stars out of 5 because it is not absolutely perfect but close to it. However I will give these 5 stars since this is the best nail clipper I have ever experienced. As a side note I feel like these nail clippers give the similar unexplainable good feeling that is produced by Felco Classic Pruners Felco Classic Manual Hand Pruner #F-2 (for gardening purposes which I highly recommend) when using it and yielding great results. If you own one you know what I mean.

Yes, yes, yes! Seki Edge and Greenbell are the same company. Bought both. This review is for the smaller Seki Edge. Photos of size comparison below. Surprisingly, my husband prefers the smaller pair (Seki Edge) and I prefer the feel of the Green Bell larger clipper. As far as the extremely high quality and sharpness, they are the same and both excellent. Note: neither come with a case and they are sharp. I found a plastic box at home for the Seki Edge. Still looking for protective case for larger Green Bell.