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Toenail scissors: which type should you stock?
Quick answer: Toenail scissors have short, strong straight blades for thick toenails; the Scissors Town catalogue lists them in 3.5" and 4" (ST32-152, ST32-153). Long angled toenail scissors (7", ST32-132 straight and ST32-133 curved) give extra reach. Many foot-care ranges stock both, plus toenail nippers or clippers.
Toenails are thicker and harder than fingernails, so ordinary nail scissors are not always the right tool for them. Toenail scissors are built for this job. For pharmacies, foot-care brands and beauty wholesalers, the question is which types to stock alongside nail clippers and nippers. This guide explains the options, using the toenail scissors in the Scissors Town catalogue.
Toenail scissors vs fingernail scissors
Fingernail scissors, such as our nail scissors ST32-103 to ST32-108, are light tools with curved or straight blades that follow the shape of a fingernail. Toenail scissors are made for thicker nails: short, strong blades, usually straight, because toenails are normally cut straight across. Some customers also want more reach, which is where long angled toenail scissors come in. For the difference between nail and cuticle scissors, see cuticle scissors vs nail scissors.
Short straight toenail scissors
The catalogue lists toe nail scissors ST32-152 (3.5") and ST32-153 (4"), both with straight blades. These are compact, everyday toenail scissors that suit retail shelves, travel kits and pedicure sets.
Long angled toenail scissors (7")
Angled toenail scissors have a long 7" body with the blades set at an angle to the handle. The extra length gives more reach towards the feet, which many customers find useful. The catalogue lists two versions:
- ST32-132: angled toe nail scissors, 7", straight.
- ST32-133: angled toe nail scissors, 7", curved, shown in the catalogue with coloured handles.
Scissors, clippers or nippers?
Toenail scissors are one of three tool types buyers use for toenails:
| Tool | What it is | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Toenail scissors | Short straight blades, or long angled blades for reach | ST32-152, ST32-153, ST32-132, ST32-133 |
| Nail clippers (nail cutters) | Lever-action clippers, a simple retail item | ST30-505, ST30-506 (stainless steel) |
| Toenail nippers | Plier-style cutters with flat, half-moon or moon-face jaws, 10 to 14 cm | See our nippers range |
Many foot-care ranges carry all three, because customers choose by habit and by how thick their nails are. Our guides to flat vs half-moon toenail cutters and nail clippers vs nail nippers cover the other two tools.
Building a toenail range
A simple, balanced selection is one short straight toenail scissor (ST32-152 or ST32-153), one long angled model (ST32-132 or ST32-133), a nail clipper and a toenail nipper. The same tools work well in pedicure sets and in a private label manicure kit.
Finishes, markings and packaging can be specified for private label orders. See all models on our cuticle and nail scissors page and quote the ST reference numbers in your enquiry.
Quick answers
What is the difference between toenail scissors and fingernail scissors?
Toenail scissors are made for thicker nails, with short, strong blades that are usually straight, because toenails are normally cut straight across. Fingernail scissors are lighter, with curved or straight blades that follow the shape of a fingernail.
What are angled toenail scissors?
Angled toenail scissors have a long body, 7" in the Scissors Town catalogue, with the blades set at an angle to the handle for extra reach. They are listed as ST32-132 (straight) and ST32-133 (curved).
What sizes do toenail scissors come in?
Scissors Town lists short straight toe nail scissors in 3.5" (ST32-152) and 4" (ST32-153), and long angled toe nail scissors in 7" (ST32-132 and ST32-133).
Should I stock toenail scissors, clippers or nippers?
Many foot-care ranges stock all three: short straight toenail scissors, a long angled toenail scissor, a nail clipper such as ST30-505 or ST30-506, and a toenail nipper with a flat or half-moon jaw.