1. Prep the Nails: Best after a shower.
Thick toenails are much easier to cut when hydrated. Clip your nails right after a shower, or soak your feet in warm water for 5 to 10 minutes beforehand to soften them up. Ensure your feet are fully towel-dried before you start clipping.
2. Position the Clipper: Flip and rotate.
Lift the top lever, rotate it 180 degrees, and flip it back down to create the spring-loaded cutting handle. Place your thumb on top of the textured lever and your fingers underneath the base for maximum leverage.
3. Cut Straight Across: Crucial for preventing ingrowns.
Position the flat jaw of the SS-112 parallel to the tip of your toe. Make small, straight cuts across the nail. Do not round or curve the corners inward.
4. Leave a Safe Margin: Don't clip too short.
Leave a tiny bit of the white nail tips visible (about 1-2 mm). Cutting too deep into the nail bed exposes sensitive skin to friction and infections.
💡 Pro-Tips for the SS-112
Use multiple clips: Because thick toenails have a natural curve but the SS-112 has a straight blade, trying to clip the entire nail in one single "snap" can cause the nail to crack. Instead, take 3 to 4 small clips across the nail from one side to the other.
• Catching Clippings: The SS-112 has a built-in die-cast lever that naturally helps direct clipped nails downward, but it doesn't have an enclosed "catcher" box. Clip over a towel or trash can for easy cleanup.
• Maintenance: These blades are made of high-quality Japanese stainless steel and stay sharp for years. To clean them, simply wipe the jaws down with a cotton pad dipped in rubbing alcohol. Avoid washing the entire clipper under a running tap to maximize its lifespan.

Product Type: Toenail Clippers