Nice clip, but doesn't hold trimmings
I noticed I was struggling to get a clean trim from my old drug-store nail clippers, so I chose this model as an upgrade. Overall, I’m happy with these, though they’re not exceptional.<br /><br />The clippers have a nice weight and a sharp edge. I have thick nails, and these clipped with only reasonable effort to squeeze. At first, I was excited to see my trimmings land neatly in the plastic cover. But the moment I shifted the clippers to get a better angle, they all fell out. I guess you have to dump out the trimmings after every clip.<br /><br />The plastic cover makes the trimmer more ergonomic. The size, about 3.5 inches long, works for either fingernails or toenails, though it’s best to have designated clippers for your toes for sanitary reasons. The file on the bottom is nothing special.<br /><br />To me, it’s a given that nail clippers will leave a bit of a rough edge. I always follow up my clipping with some filing to smooth things out. These clippers are no exception. If you’re hoping to clip your nails and walk away with a perfect manicure, you’ll be disappointed. If you want a sharp clip, these are just fine. I don’t think they’re worth $9, though. Maybe if a glass file or something was included, but not by themselves.
Rating: 3 stars