If you’ve ever run your finger along the inner edge of a pair of kitchen scissors and felt a small, jagged notch or serrated section near the base of the blades—you’re not alone in wondering what it’s for. That “weird toothed part” isn’t a flaw or leftover manufacturing detail—it’s a deliberate, clever feature with a very practical purpose.
🔧 It’s a Nutcracker (and Bottle Opener!)
That serrated notch—often called the "nutcracker" or "bottle grip"—is designed to:
- Crack hard shells: Like walnuts, hazelnuts, or crab legs
- Open bottle caps: Twist the neck of a glass bottle into the notch and gently lever upward
- Cut through tough packaging: Some people use it to grip and slice through thick plastic clamshells or vacuum-sealed bags
✂️ How to use it: Place the nut or bottle cap into the notch, then squeeze the handles firmly. The opposing blade acts as an anvil, creating concentrated pressure to crack or pop.
🦀 Bonus Uses Chefs Love
