Opinel Oyster Knife No. 09, 12C27 Sandvik steel

Opening oysters requires strength and skill. The Opinel oyster knife, specifically designed for this purpose, proves to be a great tool for the job. It is based on a size 9 handle, in this case made of varnished padauk wood. In addition to its attractive appearance, this also provides good protection against moisture penetration. The real highlight, however, is the 6.5 cm long and 2.2 mm thick blade, produced specifically for opening oysters and made of modified 12C27 Sandvik stainless steel. It should be noted that only about 1.5 cm of the tip is sharpened to cut the oyster's adductor muscle. The rest of the blade is blunt and can therefore be used as a lever to open the shell. As a genuine Opinel, this model also features the well-known Virobloc safety ring, which reliably locks the knife in the open position.