Have you ever noticed the little hole on your nail clippers? It’s not there by accident; it has a very specific purpose that almost no one knows about. Let me explain what it’s for.

On purpose, just in case I’m on the right track, or you surprise me with a new insider tip!

That little hole at the end of the handle (or shaft) of your nail clippers is one of those design details that you’ve been using for years without even thinking about it. Most people think of it as just a design element, but it actually has three main practical functions: