A capsule cutter device having a pliers-type design with two handles which open and close about a cylindrical pin is implemented to manipulate a head to crush pills, capsules, tablets, and the like. In typical implementations, the capsule cutter device may be comprised of metal such as steel, stainless steel, brass, copper, titanium, etc. The handles of the capsule cutter device may include an overlay material, such as rubber, to increase a user's comfort and grip during use. The pin about which the handles open and close may at least in part attach the handles to each other and extend along a horizontal axis of the head of the capsule cutter device. The pin may include a cylindrical pin that is secured on opposing sides using a head to secure components together and enable opening and closing.
