That’s when the built-in gripper shines. Here’s how:
Close the scissors just enough so the teeth meet.
Slip the jar lid between the ridges.
Hold the scissors with one hand, the jar with the other.
Twist.
The grooves give you traction, and the leverage spreads pressure evenly. Suddenly, that impossible lid isn’t so impossible anymore. This trick works on smaller caps too, like soda bottles, tonic water, or sauce containers.
If you have limited grip strength or arthritis, this feature can be a real game-changer.
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Trick #2: Crack Nuts Without a Nutcracker
No nutcracker? No problem. That same toothed grip can handle walnuts, pecans, and hazelnuts—basically any nut that doesn’t require a jackhammer.
Place the nut in the ridged slot.
Squeeze the handles gently until you hear the shell crack.
Rotate the nut and repeat until the shell is loose enough to peel off.
The key here is patience—don’t crush it like the Hulk. You just want to break the shell, not pulverize the nut inside. It may not be as elegant as a dedicated nutcracker, but in a pinch, it works beautifully.
Trick #3: Snap Poultry Bones
If your scissors are heavy-duty (poultry or bone shears), you can use the ridged section to grip and break small bones—like chicken wings, thighs, or drumsticks.
Grip the bone in the toothed area, apply steady pressure, and let the scissors do the work without slipping. Just remember: not all scissors are created equal. A sturdy pair will handle this; a flimsy $5 pair might not survive the attempt.
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Bonus Uses You Might Not Have Tried
That little gripper is more versatile than most people realize. A few clever extras:
Cracking crab legs or lobster shells for your seafood feast.
Opening stubborn plastic caps on juice jugs or milk cartons.
Twisting out synthetic corks (not the fancy ones, but it works in a pinch).
Holding twist ties or plastic seals steady so you can slice them cleanly.
Basically, if it’s slippery, tough, or just frustrating, that hidden feature can help.
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