I love the ripper/clipper that I purchased at shoppersrule.com, They clip thread ends and the point is bent slightly so that it is wonderful for getting under those tight threads. I have one by each machine and even use them on my long arm (when I have to rip). I know Anchor makes them and shoppersrule has another brand as well. One of them is listed as "make an offer" and I know $5.25 is accepted.