Laguiole by Andre Verdiers oyster knife is specially designed to pry open the shells and remove the meat from inside. Using this tool is much safer than using a knife that might not be designed for such tasks.Key Features: Durable oyster knife made of high-carbon stainless steel and black plastic handle Specially shaped thin blade easily slides through hard oyster shells Comes with a hole on the handle for ease of storage Multiple ridges ensure comfortable yet stronger hand grip when shucking Designed with a flared end to protect your thumb and fingers from getting cut by the rough shell