rubber gloves??? yikes.
Although it is not a make me or break me thing. Nails certainly do effect my dexterity. I used to keep them the slightest bit past my finger during my high velocity years like when I was 20 and had right hand speed even Wakeman would rival. I keep my fingernails at optimum length for my beautiful and dedicated wife. Being twice her age, I'm her cradle robber, so that's the least I can do.