I actually pick with the nail and NOT the finger tip so I keep 'em a bit longer on the right hand. But I do file 'em if the get too weaponlike, especilly if I go a while between visits to the nail ladies. In truth they can get too long to play with - so I take a file (or a wood rasp, or use the side of a concrete wall) to 'em. I am curious as to why I don;t have gap problems. I've heard other folks make the same complaint. I guess I'm just lucky and the stuff bonds well with my chemistry!

It is a bit odd, though - to be the only guy in the nail salon! Especially a hairy and groady looking guy in the nail shop. The Vietnamese ladies all get a kick out it. The big haired Texas gals just don't what the hell is going on!