Tracy Barker writes in their book that she always slits any eggs that haven't already pipped on their own on day 55. I do the same.

The trick to avoiding hatchling injury is to keep the tip of the scissors (I use fine manicure scissors) pointed upward, not down into the egg. There is a nice series of photos in the book demonstrating proper technique.

Once again, I think everyone who attempts to breed balls should buy the Barkers' book.
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Brad Chambers
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