Clam & Oyster Knives

Dexter 4 1/2" Professional Scallop Knife | Fast, Clean Shucking & Maximum Yield | Made in USA Unlock speed, efficiency, and perfect scallops every time. The Dexter 4 1/2" Scallop Knife is the industry standard for a reason. Engineered specifically for opening shells and cleanly separating the adductor muscle, this tool minimizes waste and maximizes your yield, whether you're on a commercial boat or in a five-star kitchen. Stop mangling delicate meat and start shucking like a pro.  
Key Features & Benefits PRECISION-ENGINEERED BLADE: Specifically designed with the perfect combination of flex, a blunt tip, and a sharp edge to slide between shells effortlessly and sever the muscle in one clean motion—no more torn or damaged scallops. MAXIMIZE YOUR YIELD: The unique blade design ensures you get all the meat, leaving nothing behind. This knife pays for itself by reducing waste and increasing the profitability of every catch. LEGENDARY DEXSTEEL™: Forged from Dexter's proprietary high-carbon, high-alloy steel for incredible edge retention and easy sharpening. It’s built to withstand the harsh, corrosive saltwater environment and the demands of constant use. SURE-GRIP HYGIENIC HANDLE: The signature Sani-Safe® handle provides a textured, non-slip grip, even when wet, cold, or slimy. This improves safety, reduces hand fatigue during long shifts, and is NSF Certified for professional sanitation. PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA: Trust in the unmatched quality and durability of a tool handcrafted in the USA by Dexter-Russell, the choice of professionals since 1818. Learn More

The Dexter Long Boston 4 in. Oyster Knife is used on delicate shelled oysters grown in Japanese Lantern nets, like Kumamoto or Pacific/Kumamoto hybrids. The thin tip allows you to enter the oyster with a minimal amount of chipping and breakage. Learn More

The Dexter-Russell Sani-Safe New Haven Oyster Knife has a 2.75 inch long blade with a curved tip. This shucker design makes it easy to open even the most difficult oysters. The curved tip helps to unhinge the oyster and cleanly slice through the muscle without tearing or damaging the flesh.  This is an extremely popular shucker. If you've worked in a fish market or seafood restaurant it's very likely that you've used this shucker as it is the most commonly used oyster shucker in commercial environments. This oyster knife is a great choice for anyone who expects to shuck a wide variety of oyster species.  Learn More

The Dexter 2 3/4 in. Providence Oyster Knife is great for prying open Gulf oyster shells. Made of high carbon steel, with a Grip-Tex polypropylene handle. Learn More

Precision Shucking for Delicate Oysters: The Professional Boston Standard When it comes to high-value, boutique oysters like the Kumamoto, a standard, bulky shucker can easily damage the delicate meat or shatter the fragile shell. The Dexter-Russell 3 in. Short Boston Oyster Knife is the professional’s answer to this challenge. Unlike thicker Providence or New Haven styles, the Boston pattern features a notably thin, narrow blade designed to slip into the hinge of smaller oysters with surgical accuracy. Crafted in the USA, this knife balances a 3-inch high-carbon steel blade with a robust, oversized handle. This unique geometry provides the leverage necessary for prying without the risk of the blade flexing or snapping under pressure. The blade's 0.5-inch width allows for a clean sweep of the adductor muscle, ensuring you present a perfect, intact oyster every time. Safety and sanitation are at the forefront of the Dexter-Russell Sani-Safe® design. The textured polypropylene handle is slip-resistant, even when your hands are wet and covered in brine. The handle is hermetically sealed to the blade, eliminating crevices where bacteria could hide, making it the gold standard for commercial seafood prep. Whether you are a professional raw bar chef or a home enthusiast, this tool offers the tactile feedback and durability required to master the art of shucking. Learn More

The Dexter 4 in. Galveston Oyster Knife has a wide, strong blade with a large handle, making opening Gulf Oysters easy. Learn More

The Dexter 3 in. Clam Knife knife is a necessity when shucking clams. Using the Clam knife allows you to open the clam shell, without damaging the clam. Learn More

The Dexter 4 in. Long Boston Oyster Knife is used on delicate shelled oysters grown in Japanese Lantern nets, like Kumamoto or Pacific/Kumamoto hybrids. The thin tip allows you to enter the oyster with a minimal amount of chipping and breakage. Learn More

R. Murphy Damariscotta Oyster Knife: Crafted for Comfort and Durability. The R. Murphy Damariscotta 2 5/8-inch Oyster Knife brings exceptional quality and ergonomic design to your oyster shucking experience. It boasts a beautiful Bubinga wood resin-infused handle, securely brass-riveted to a full tang stainless steel blade for maximum durability and strength. Building on the WellFleet's legacy, this knife offers a sleeker handle profile, providing a more comfortable and secure grip, especially for individuals with small to medium-sized hands. A testament to fine craftsmanship, designed for effortless and safe oyster opening. Learn More