What are the structural benefits of nails versus claws?

Question

Nails like humans and apes have seem pretty weak compared to claws, and even other tree-dwelling species have hooked claws.

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Answer 1

We can have claws, by picking up a knife. We can have fur by wearing a coat we can instantly shed. We can see in the dark by making fire or flashlights, or in the bright light with hats or shades. We won evolutionary by being above all else, adaptable.