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10 emery boards, 12.5 cm

10 emery boards, 12.5 cm

The grit of these emery boards is securely attached to a flexible chip of wood. This makes emery boards a particularly gentle way of nail care. They come with a coarse side for shaping and a fine one for smoothing the nails. This pack contains 10 pieces of "HK-Manicure" emery boards with a length of 12.5 cm each, so that you always have sufficient stock.

Regular price: €2.50
3-way nail buffer, 180 mm

3-way nail buffer, 180 mm

Smooth and shiny fingernails naturally and completely without chemical substances - with the SONNENSCHEIN nail buffer in just three simple steps:    (1) In the first step, use the pink surface to remove all grooves and irregularities    (2) In the second step, the white polishing surface gives your nail a matte shine    (3) In the third and last step you can then use the grey part to polish your nails until the desired level of shine has been achieved Our tip: Rinse the buffer briefly under clear water after each use and then let it dry thoroughly!

Regular price: €3.25
baby nail scissors, brushed, nickel-plated

baby nail scissors, brushed, nickel-plated

PREMIUM QUALITYWith these baby nail scissors, which also meet the highest quality requirements, you can cut the soft and small fingernails and toenails of your children precisely and safely. Safely because, unlike "regular" nail scissors, the tips of these baby nail scissors are rounded in order to minimize the risk of injury, and precisely because the slightly curved cutting edges are cleanly and very finely ground and really sharp. These hardened blades retain their sharpness and cutting ability for a long time. Should the scissors become dull after a long period of use, the blades can, of course, be reground. The scissors made of carbon steel are nickel-plated and thus protected against rust. They are matt-finished.

Regular price: €17.50
baby nail scissors, curved, stainless steel, mirror polished

baby nail scissors, curved, stainless steel, mirror polished

This SONNENSCHEIN baby nail scissors has two precise and slightly curved blades, which allow you to cut the nails of your baby cleanly and safely  into the desired shape. The rounded safety tips minmize the risk of injury. This scissors is made from stainless steel. It is hypoallergenic and can be hygienically sanitised.

Regular price: €9.00
double ended instrument, pusher/knife, STAINLESS

double ended instrument, pusher/knife, STAINLESS

This double-ended manicure instrument is skillfully crafted from stainless steel. With its spoon-shaped end excess cuticles can be gently pushed back, while the sharp nail knife at its other end serves to gently remove loose horn particles on the back of the nail.

Regular price: €6.50
double ended manicure instrument, pusher/cleaner, black, 120 mm

double ended manicure instrument, pusher/cleaner, black, 120 mm

The compact SONNENSCHEIN double ended manicure instrument easily serves two purpsoes: With the pointed tip, you can thoroughly clean grime and dirt away from under the nails, with the rounded end you can push back excess cuticle both gently and neatly.

Regular price: €1.95
emery boards, 125 mm, coarse/fine, 10 pcs./pack

emery boards, 125 mm, coarse/fine, 10 pcs./pack

Emery boards are a particularly gentle possibility of nail care. Like sapphire nail files, emery boards come with a coarse side for shaping and a fine one for smoothing the nails. These are firmly fixed on a flexible wooden chip. One pack contains 10 pieces of emery boards with a length of 12.5 cm each.

Regular price: €2.50
glass-nailfile, 140 mm

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glass-nailfile, 140 mm

This double-sided glass nail file with neon-coloured handle is made of specially tempered glass. Thanks to its ultra-fine microglass particles, both natural and artificial nails can be shortened and shaped gently and effortlessly. An ideal and durable instrument for your perfect nail care. Glass nail files can easily be cleaned - just rinse under water. Length: 140 mmHeight: 2 mm

Regular price: €9.00
manicure stick, w/rubber tip , black, 120 mm

manicure stick, w/rubber tip , black, 120 mm

The SONNENSCHEIN manicure stick easily serves two purpsoes: With the pointed tip, you can thoroughly clean grime and dirt away from under the nails, with the soft rubber tip at the other end you can push back the cuticle both gently and neatly.

Regular price: €1.95
mini-sapphire file, 100 mm, coarse/fine, pointed

mini-sapphire file, 100 mm, coarse/fine, pointed

This sapphire file with a total length of only 10 cm is ideal for traveling, as it fits into really any pocket. The file has a coarse surface for shaping and a fine one for polishing the nails. To ensure that the file remains usable for a long time, the individual sapphire particles are firmly connected to the hardened and fully flexible steel surface through a chrome layer. The pointed end of the file can also serve as nail cleaner. In order to prevent injuries to cuticle when using the file, no larger sapphire particles are present on the file's edges. Our tip: Always file in one direction only, from the outer edge of the nail to the centre, to avoid nail splitting!

Regular price: €4.25
Nagelschere, Turmspitze gebogen, 90 mm

Nagelschere, Turmspitze gebogen, 90 mm

PREMIUM QUALITY These nail scissors with tower tip are carefully manufactured in Solingen and meet the highest quality requirements.   In addition to cutting nails, small skin particles can be removed cleanly and precisely with its thinly ground tip. The hardened blades retain their sharpness and cutting ability for a long time. Should the scissors become dull after a long period of use, the blades can, of course, be reground. The scissors made of carbon steel are nickel-plated and thus protected against rust. The handles are matt-finished.

Regular price: €19.95
nail cleaner, stainless

nail cleaner, stainless

With the rounded tip of this nail cleaner, which is skillfully crafted from stainless steel, grime and particles under the nail edge can be easily and thoroughly removed - for well-groomed hands. It is anti-allergic and can be sterilized.

Regular price: €6.90
nail cleaner, stainless steel, matt finish, black handle

nail cleaner, stainless steel, matt finish, black handle

With the concave tip of this SONNENSCHEIN nail cleaner you can safely remove grime and particles from under the nails and along the nail fold. The cleaner is made of stainless steel and is fitted to a black plastic handle.

Regular price: €4.25
nail cleaner, stainless steel, mirror polished, black handle

nail cleaner, stainless steel, mirror polished, black handle

With the concave tip of this SONNENSCHEIN nail cleaner you can safely remove grime and particles from under your nails and along the nail fold. The cleaner is made of stainless steel and is fitted to a black plastic handle.

Regular price: €4.25
nail clipper w/ball chain and w/file, chrome-plated, 60 mm

nail clipper w/ball chain and w/file, chrome-plated, 60 mm

A nail clipper is the ideal instrument foraway from home: Small, handy and really easy to use! Simply rotate the lever, turn it by 180° and then cut the nail under slight pressure with the concave shaped cutting edge! The clipper ensures smooth nail edges. This chrome-plated SONNENSCHEIN clipper is slightly larger than most conventional models. As a result, it is also suitable for stronger male hands and has a greater leverage effect, which makes it even easier to use.

Regular price: €3.10
nail clipper, flat, STAINLESS

nail clipper, flat, STAINLESS

Besides scissors and clippers, the nail nipper is a third alternative to cutting your nails. Due to its compact dimensions, it is popular for nail care on the go. Particularly flat, with a noble matting, this stainless nipper is also visually attractive. Delivery in leather sheath with push button.

Regular price: €11.00
nail clipper, stainless steel, matte finish, 60 mm

nail clipper, stainless steel, matte finish, 60 mm

The SONNENSCHEIN nail clipper made of stainless steel with matte finish is the ideal instrument for traveling: Small, handy, practical and very easy to use! Simply rotate the lever, turn it 180° and then cut the nail under slight pressure with the concave shaped cutting edge! The clipper ensures smooth nail edges.

Regular price: €4.95
nail clipper, w/ball chain, chrome plated

nail clipper, w/ball chain, chrome plated

Besides scissors and clippers, the nail nipper is a third alternative to cutting your nails. Due to its compact dimensions, it is popular for nail care on the go. Simply rotate the lever, turn 180° and then cut the nail under slight pressure with the concave formed cutting edge! The clipper ensures smooth nail edges. A small folding file for polishing the edges is also included.

Regular price: €4.00
nail knife, stainless

nail knife, stainless

This solid and durable nail knife, which is skillfully crafted from stainless steel, serves to easiyl and neatly remove loose horn cells on the back of the nail. It is anti-allergic and can be hygienically sanitized.

Regular price: €6.90
nail knife, stainless steel, matte finish, black handle

nail knife, stainless steel, matte finish, black handle

The nail knife, also known as a cuticle scraper, has a sharp, knife-shaped end made from stainless stee that can be used to carefully scrape dead, soaked cuticle particles off the nail.

Regular price: €4.00
nail knife, stainless steel, mirror polished, black handle

nail knife, stainless steel, mirror polished, black handle

The nail knife, also known as a cuticle scraper, has a sharp, knife-shaped end that can be used to carefully scrape dead, soaked cuticle particles off the nail.

Regular price: €4.25
nail nipper, 110 mm, wire spring, stainless steel, matt finish

nail nipper, 110 mm, wire spring, stainless steel, matt finish

This SONNENSCHEIN nail nipper is hot-forged from stainless steel. The blades are precisely ground and sharpened. Initially they will only meet at their very tips. When slight pressure is applied on the handles, will the cutting edges close completely. This ensures that your nails are not squeezed, but really cut off neatly. By the way: The weakest part of any nipper is its spring. The wire spring of this nail nipper can be easily exchanged if necessary. Replacement springs can be also ordered from this shop. Please, make sure to choose the right size! Made from stainless steel, this nipper is hypoallergenic. It can be hygienically cleaned and sterilely sanitised.

Regular price: €12.00
nail nipper, 110 mm, wire spring, stainless steel, matte finish

nail nipper, 110 mm, wire spring, stainless steel, matte finish

This SONNENSCHEIN nail nipper is hot-forged from stainless steel and comes with a matte finish. The blades are precisely ground and sharpened. Initially they will only meet at their very tips. When slight pressure is applied on the handles, will the cutting edges close completely. This ensures that your nails are not squeezed, but really cut off neatly. By the way: The weakest part of any nipper is its spring. The wire spring of this nail nipper can be easily exchanged if necessary. Replacement springs can be also ordered from this shop. Please, make sure to choose the right size! Made of stainless steel, this nail nipper is hypoallergenic and can be hygienically cleaned and sterilely sanitised.

Regular price: €12.00
nail nipper, 110 mm, wire-spring, stainless steel, mat finish

nail nipper, 110 mm, wire-spring, stainless steel, mat finish

To ensure a long service life this 11 cm nail nipper is hot forged from stainless steel and then manufactured in a traditional way. The cutting edges are manually adjusted so that they close precisely and cut the nails cleanly. When it comes to nippers, "closing precisely" means that the two cutting edges initially only meet at their very tips, while there still remains a small column oflight to be visible through the rest of the cutting edges. The cutting edges then close completely from top to bottom, when slight pressure on the handles. So the nippers cut your nails neatly without squeezing them. The wire spring, which serves to open the nipper again after cutting, can be exchanged easily in case it breaks after a longer period of use. The matching spare spring is available in this shop. Entirely made of stainless steel this nipper is antiallergenic and can be hygienically desinifected and sterile treated. Alternatively this nail nipper is also available with a total length of 130 mm.

Regular price: €27.50
Nagelpflegeinstrumente FAQs

Nail scissors are ideal for precise and clean trimming of fingernails and cuticles. Nail nippers, with their strong construction and leverage, are specifically designed to easily cut thicker or harder nails, such as toenails.

Yes, our children's nail scissors are designed with safety in mind. They feature smaller sizes and rounded safety tips to prevent injuries, making them ideal for delicate baby and children's nails.

To maintain their quality, clean them with a soft cloth after each use. You can use a mild disinfectant if needed. Always store your tools dry, preferably in a protective case, to prevent damage and corrosion.

Our professional cuticle nippers have an ergonomic design and durable, sharp blades for precise and gentle trimming of cuticles. This helps maintain healthy nails, reduces skin damage, and provides a clean, polished look.

Hans Kniebes, founded in 1926 in Solingen, represents tradition, precision, and excellence in professional and personal nail care. The nail care instruments collection features high-quality nail scissors, cuticle nippers, toe nail scissors, and nail clippers, all crafted with German engineering to ensure sharpness, durability, and effortless handling. Each tool is carefully hot forged from stainless steel and precisely finished, combining ergonomic design with hygienic, sterilizable surfaces for both everyday grooming and professional use. 

The range also includes nail files and polishing tools, designed to shape and smooth nails gently while maintaining healthy cuticles. Whether for home use, professional salons, or as part of a travel manicure set, Hans Kniebes provides instruments that blend functionality with timeless craftsmanship. Trusted worldwide, these tools reflect nearly a century of expertise, making every manicure and pedicure precise, safe, and luxurious, while embodying the authentic Solingen heritage that defines Hans Kniebes.