Oyster knives are an essential piece of equipment in the kitchen. They’re mainly used to open oysters, clams, and mussels, but are also handy for slicing bread, cutting up herbs, or slicing the cake into layers. Oyster knives come in many shapes and sizes, but there are some features you should look out for before making your purchase. Here’s our list of the top 10 oyster knives on the market today to help you find the best oyster knife for your kitchen!
1) Victorinox Oyster Knife
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The Victorinox oyster knife is a multipurpose kitchen tool that will quickly become one of your favorites. Featuring a small 3.5-inch serrated blade, it’s perfect for opening oysters, but also works great to cut lemons, limes, and even larger fruits like watermelons. The knife’s handle is ergonomically designed to fit comfortably in your hand while it offers two locking positions for safe food prep at home or on-the-go cooking. Overall Length: 7 Blade Length: 3.5 Weight: .5 lbs Material: Stainless Steel Color options include black handles with red accents, black handles with orange accents, and black handles with yellow accents.
2) Anolon Oyster Knife
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Anolon, a brand owned by WorldKitchen, Inc., offers various pieces of oyster-knife cutlery to help consumers prepare both oysters and clams. The Anolon oyster knife features an 8-inch blade made from high-carbon stainless steel with a black resin handle. The blade’s sharp edge ensures quick work of both soft and tough shells, while its durable design allows users to cut through several dozen oysters without fear of dulling it. Unlike some other models, which feature blades that bend easily under pressure, the Anolon oyster knife has an extra stout end that keeps pressure on your work surface rather than on your blade. With proper use and care, you can expect good performance from an Anolon knife for years to come.
3) Wusthof Oyster Knife
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The Wusthof oyster knife works well on a variety of different types of oysters, from tiny Belongs to medium-sized Olympia oysters. It features a short, stiff blade that cuts through just about any type of shell with ease. This versatility is helpful when you’re using it in a cramped kitchen or preparing multiple varieties of oysters during a dinner party. The knife’s lightweight design makes it easy to use and incredibly comfortable—it doesn’t get caught on meat or muscles, so there’s no fear of cutting yourself while trying to separate an oyster from its shell.
4) Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Four Star II
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The best oyster knife from Zwilling J.A. Henckels will be a great kitchen tool to use in order to open oysters easily and quickly. The knife’s narrow blade works perfectly to cut through oysters’ muscular adductor muscle that holds them shut, and its curved tip makes it easy to slide underneath an oyster’s flat side, giving you greater leverage as you pry them open with minimal effort. Since it’s made of German steel, these knives are long-lasting but also very lightweight which is important when you’re working with delicate produce like seafood. Each knife is honed before shipping so they arrive razor sharp right out of the box; just be sure to keep them dry so they don’t rust or corrode.
5) Messermeister ProTouch Oyster Knife
If you’re looking for a heavy-duty knife, then consider Messermeister’s ProTouch Oyster Knife. This is a go-to knife if you regularly deal with oysters and other hard-shelled fruits and vegetables. The blade is made from German stainless steel and is outfitted with patented dimples to help reduce friction as you cut through your product, improving durability. Its V-shaped handle ensures maximum grip so you don’t end up hurting yourself while cutting oysters open. Not only that, but it comes with a lifetime warranty! It might not be as cheap as some of our other picks, but it could last a lifetime – an investment worth making.
6) Calphalon Oyster Knife
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This oyster knife from Calphalon is a classic, and it comes with a non-slip handle and a blade that’s sharp enough to cut through a variety of foods. It also includes a sheath so you can store it safely when not in use. Most chefs prefer forged knives because they’re strong and able to stand up to years of regular use. The Calphalon knife meets that standard; it features an ergonomic design and has holes in its base that provide extra balance when in use. It also comes with a lifetime warranty, which is rare for knives in general—let alone oyster knives!—but speaks volumes about how much we like it here at Tundra Restaurant Supply Company.
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