The "X" handshape can be used to represent (the class of) objects that are skinny, long, and curved or bent.
Examples:
Person walking stooped overBanana laying on a table
Curls in hair
CL:closed-X
A closed-X is typically used to show the holding and/or use of very small objects.
Examples:
Poking something with a needle
Slicing something with a razor blade
Pulling a hair
CL:modified-X
A modified-X is typically used to show the holding and/or use of keys or cards such as credit cards.
Notes: