You’ve used them to snip herbs.
Cut open packaging.
Even butcher poultry.
But have you ever noticed that jagged, tooth-like ridge between the handles of your kitchen shears?
👉 Right where your fingers rest — small, metal, and slightly mysterious.
It doesn’t look like part of the blade.
It’s not sharp like scissors should be.
So what is it?
Spoiler: It’s not decorative.
And it’s definitely not a flaw.
That little “toothy” section is actually a built-in bottle opener and jar grip — a multitasking tool cleverly hidden in plain sight.
Let’s uncover its secrets — so you can stop reaching for extra tools and start using what you already own.
Because real kitchen genius isn’t flashy.
It’s quiet.
And sometimes,
it’s hiding in your scissors.
🧰 The Dual Purpose of the Toothed Ridge
Kitchen scissors — especially heavy-duty or kitchen-shears-style models — often come with multifunctional handles designed to do more than just cut.
That serrated edge between the finger loops serves two smart purposes:
1. ✅ Bottle Opener
