What Is That Weird Toothed Part on Kitchen Scissors For?
(You’ve Been Ignoring a Genius Tool)
We all have that one pair of kitchen scissors — trusty, always within reach, great for everything from opening packaging to snipping herbs. But have you ever noticed that odd toothed section built into the handles? You know, the jagged, grippy-looking part where the two handles meet?
Turns out, it’s not just for show — and if you’ve been ignoring it, you’re missing out on one of the most genius built-in tools in your kitchen.
Meet the Multi-Tool Hiding in Plain Sight
That toothed part on your kitchen shears is technically known as a jar or bottle gripper, but its talents don’t stop there. It’s designed to hold and grip round or slippery items, making it easier to:
Open stubborn bottle caps
Twist open soda or water bottles
Crack nuts or seafood shells
Hold slippery jar lids while you twist
Break apart frozen food items (like burger patties or bacon)
It acts like a pair of mini pliers, giving your hands a powerful, non-slip grip exactly where you need it.
Why You’ve Probably Overlooked It
Most of us treat kitchen scissors like, well… scissors. We use the blades and ignore the rest. But kitchen shears are actually one of the most underestimated multitaskers in your drawer — often combining several tools into one compact, efficient design.
Some even come with screwdriver heads, bottle openers, and bone notch cutters — but the toothed grip? That’s the unsung hero. Once you try using it, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it.
How to Use It
Place the object (like a bottle cap or nut) between the teeth.
Squeeze the handles of the scissors gently but firmly.
