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Green Bell G 1008 Nail Clipper Takumi No Waza
Last Updated: June 12, 2020 (Refresh Now)
8.7
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
338
Old Reviews
104
Unverified
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39.69 grams
WEIGHT
4563 meters
SIZE
Review Analysis - 225 recent, verified reviews
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Hair
137nail, cuts, nails, clipper, nail clipper
+91%
-9%
" ... After years of using cheap nail clippers, and even a mid-range Japanese set, these are a delight to use. ... "
" ... These are great clippers. ... Cuts all my nails with ease. ... "
" ... Best nail clipper I’ve ever owned. ... Cuts nails cleanly. ... "
" ... Nail clipper works well ... "
" ... Green bell is the best for very very very sharp and accurate nail clippers. ... "
" ... Precision instrument, clean cuts, sharp blades. ... Bought second pair to trim cat and dog claws That work so much better than trimmers used in the past. ... "
" ... I like these (Green Bell or Seki Edge) and I like the Harperton clippers. ... "
" ... Very high quality nail clipper. ... "
Comfort
38hands, easy to hold, clippers, fingers, sturdy
+92%
-8%
" ... They’re pricey, but feels like they’ll last a lifetime . ... "
" ... Very important because of arthritis in thumb joints. ... "
" ... Nice sturdy feel when cutting, does not feel like its struggling or bending at the handle. ... "
" ... The nailcutter is big but that makes it easy to hold it on your hand. ... "
" ... They are fantastic, large enough to hold easily, have a quality feel and action and are very sharp. ... "
" ... They are quite a bit larger than the usual drugstore size pair and feel very solid. ... "
" ... Hard to explain but it just feels right in my hand. ... I suppose that has to do with the ergonomics. ... "
" ... The design makes the grip on these clippers steady and sure. ... They are notably larger than most clippers, but this contributes to the steady, sure grip. ... "
Build Quality
31thick, sharp, nails, clipper, well made
+81%
-19%
" ... They are very sturdy and well made, and quite a lot sharper than other clippers I've had. ... "
" ... Sturdy as hell and sharper than the devil himself. ... "
" ... My nails are pretty thick both finger and toes it works great. ... "
" ... The handle is large and not squirrelly bare metal, so it's easy to hold and squeeze without it slipping around. ... "
" ... Great quality steel. ... "
" ... It is heavier than any clipper I've ever used, but solidly constructed. ... "
" ... Altogether a good bargain for those of us males.getting old and stiff but resistant to the idea of pedicures. ... "
" ... Smooth, and super easy even with thick toenails. ... "
Price
19well, worth the price, worth the money, worth every penny, price
+84%
-16%
" ... They are worth the price and I'd buy them again. ... "
" ... The absolutely the best thing on the market. ... "
" ... Worth the money ... "
" ... These are wonderful and worth the cost. ... "
" ... Worth the money, extremely well made, heavy and sturdy. ... "
" ... Well worth the 20 bucks I paid for it. ... "
" ... If they continue to perform over time they are well worth the price. ... "
" ... worth every penny. ... "
Ease of Use
18use, easy to hold, easy, super, sharp and easy
+100%
" ... great quality and easy to use. ... "
" ... Easier to use ... "
" ... Easy to hold and maneuver. ... "
" ... Easy to use and very sharp. ... "
" ... With the handle extension this thing has on it, it clips super easy. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Use this which are designed for easy handling. ... "
" ... And much easier to use. ... "
Fit
15easy to hold, fingers, edges, clippers, clip
+80%
-20%
" ... The funky tab at the tail of these fits well into your fingers and helps with control. ... "
" ... These are solidly constructed, easy to hold and cuts so cleanly I could have skipped filing the edges. ... "
" ... The handle is large and not squirrelly bare metal, so it's easy to hold and squeeze without it slipping around. ... "
" ... No ragged nail edges, clips perfectly the first time. ... "
" ... The very best part is they are egonomical, fit in my hand and are so easy to use due to the larger size. ... "
" ... nice grip due to broad base and holes in upper moving lever. ... "
" ... They are notably larger than most clippers, but this contributes to the steady, sure grip. ... "
" ... They have a nice shape for holding on to and they cut effortlessly. ... "
Marketplace
12review, advertised, products, japan, first
+83%
-17%
" ... It arrived quicker than expected, from Japan. ... "
" ... Great quality, just misleading description (i.e., the photo of 2). ... "
" ... No wonder Wirecutter gave it a "first choice" review. ... "
" ... Great piece as advertised. ... "
" ... Product was as advertised. ... "
" ... After ordering this product though, I'm never going back! ... "
" ... Took a while to arrive since sent from China which is why 4 stars instead of 5. ... "
" ... Thank you for the origami. ... "
As Gift
9bought, gifts, make, would, one
+100%
" ... This is my go-to cheap gift. ... "
" ... Saw this clipper highlighted in the NY Times Great Gift section so I bought it. ... "
" ... I'll be buying some more of these as gifts. ... "
" ... Bought as a gift, but want one for myself now. ... "
" ... Bought 2, gave one as a gift. ... "
" ... It would make a great gift - even the package is well designed! ... "
" ... If you're into giving high-quality practical gifts, these would make an excellent choice. ... "
" ... I am tempted to give it out as a birthday gift since it will surely make a good impression. ... "
Cleaning
8cut, smooth, sharp, leaves, easy
+75%
-25%
" ... This is a serious nail clipper the leaves a nice clean nail. ... "
" ... Easy to hold and they cut so clean and easy!! ... "
" ... I like that it is very sharp and leaves a clean cut that is smooth. ... "
" ... Clean and smooth cut. ... "
Design
8quality, makes, looks, look, detail
+88%
-13%
" ... The design makes them easier to use than more traditional clippers. ... "
" ... Looks like it might last a lifetime. ... "
" ... The design is so graceful and beautiful that I leave them laying on the counter so I can admire their look and their very high quality. ... "
" ... Looks weird but that's not a big deal because they work so well. ... "
" ... But you get workmanship and detail that's Japanese, and superior to (fill in the blank) . ... "
" ... Both unique-looking and attractive ... I love the matte stainless steel. ... "
" ... Built so well, not a single detail left untouched. ... "
Shave Quality
6toenails, nail, easy, cut, clippers
+100%
" ... I replied as I took his hands back in mine, lined up his nail, and made a smooth effortless *snip*. ... "
" ... These clippers easily slice through the thickest toenails, leaving a smooth nail behind. ... "
" ... I like that it is very sharp and leaves a clean cut that is smooth. ... "
" ... Clean and smooth cut. ... "
" ... literally the best nail clippers I ever used, smooth and easy ... "
" ... Smooth, and super easy even with thick toenails. ... "
Product Reliability
5order, japan, took, sent, months
+80%
-20%
" ... I decided after 25 years of existence to try and get a fancy one that I'll keep forever - and wow, this is like using a knife through butter. ... "
" ... Sending my brother a pair. ... "
" ... Should last many years. ... "
" ... Took a while to arrive since sent from China which is why 4 stars instead of 5. ... "
Product As Described
5+100%
" ... Great piece as advertised. ... "
" ... Product was as advertised. ... "
" ... Great quality, just misleading description (i.e., the photo of 2). ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
Delivery
4delivery, delivered, worth, well, wait
+75%
-25%
" ... The ordering process was Swift and accurate and delivery was well on time. ... "
" ... quick delivery and quality product ... "
" ... They arrived in record time. ... "
Size
4size, quality, larger, heavy, travel
+25%
-75%
" ... Other than that, though, it is not different in design or size than any cheap version you could buy at your drugstore at a small fraction of its price. ... the same small/medium size of the low quality products, and not any larger or modified for cutting thicker and larger toenails (as I had expected). ... "
" ... But HUGE and heavy. ... "
" ... CONS - Insanely heavy. ... Not to use if you travel at all. ... "
Screen Protection
3edges
+33%
-67%
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Weight: 39.69 grams
Size: 4563 meters