nimble by version 22 places a convenient blade at your fingertips

‘nimble’, designed by UK-based studio version 22, is a fingertip device for easy opening of paper and plastic packaging. utilizing a tiny ceramic blade, ‘nimble’ can slice through tough materials, but is safe to human skin, effectively removing accidents. version 22, led by simon lyons, was aided in development by alaster yoxall of sheffield hallam university. together, their efforts help users put an end to a small, but daily frustration. 

‘nimble’ tester introduction

video courtesy of version 22

‘nimble’ was tested with the help of a diverse group of 150 volunteers

‘nimble’ bolsters ability, giving a natural gesture a functional benefit

cuts through tough clam-shell packaging 

‘nimble’ finger 

envelope knife

simon lyons, designer of ‘nimble’

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edited by: nick brink | designboom