Changed So Little
The basic nail clipper design has remained remarkably recognizable for generations.
That’s because it works.
A good mechanical design doesn’t need to change dramatically simply because technology advances.
The clipper is:
Small
Cheap
Durable
Easy to use
Easy to manufacture
Effective
There’s little reason to replace a proven mechanism with something unnecessarily complicated.
The tiny hole is part of that broader philosophy of simple, functional engineering.
Does the Hole Have Anything to Do With Nail Clippings?
Usually, no.
Some people assume the hole might somehow be designed
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