The Best Oyster Knives to Shuck Your Shellfish

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If you’re shucking an oyster, you’ll want to use a knife that’s sharp, stylish and sure to impress whoever you’re slurping with. You can’t be popping open the crown jewel of the sea with just any old blade. Not only does it cheapen the experience but it can also be quite dangerous. You need a specialized oyster knife.

These tough-as-nails, purpose-built tools typically feature a sturdy blade with a point at the tip and a non-slip handle that fits comfortably in your hand. With the right shucker, opening oysters becomes infinitely easier: You gently wiggle the sharp tip into the hinge, find that sweet spot and pop it open with a twist. Then, you run the blade along the top and bottom of the shell to detach the adductor muscle, get rid of any loose shell, and, presto, you’re oceanic snack is ready to eat.

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Ready to give it a try? Here, four of the best oyster blades on Amazon to get you shucking like a true shellfish pro.

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