The Purpose of Clam and Oyster Knives

When it comes to seafood, there are few delicacies that can compete with freshly shucked clams and oysters. However, don’t think that simply because they come in a small package, they’re easy to extract. For some, it takes years to learn how to shuck an oyster or clam properly and at the right speed.

Another essential item in addition to experience is having the right set of tools at your disposal. Therefore, a quality set of clam and oyster knives will come in handy. Let’s take a closer look at how they can make shucking easier on you.

Oyster & Clam Knives: Similarities & Differences 

Although they both appear similar in size and are often made with a sharp steel blade and plastic handle, oyster and clam knives are quite different. This is because they both serve distinct functions. Clam knives are longer and thinner, with a rounded tip. Oyster knives are wider, shorter, and have a subtle point at the end with a beveled knife edge.

How Clam & Oyster Knives Function

The main reasons that clam and oyster knives are so distinct is because the process for shucking clams and oysters is completely different. Oysters are opened by pushing the knife forcefully through the back of the oyster shell, while clams are opened by wedging a thin knife in between both parts of the shell. That’s why oyster knives bear a pointed tip while clam knives are rounded.

Finding the Right Set of Knives for the Job  

At Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies, we carry a range of seafood splitter knives that come in a variety of shapes and sizes. The right one for you will depend upon the volume of oysters/clams you serve daily.

Some of the most popular clam and oyster knives available from Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies include:

Mundial® New Haven Style Oyster Knife: This durable and convenient oyster knife has become a staple in the industry due to its ease of use and durability. Boasting a stainless-steel, 2-3/4” blade and sturdy white plastic handle, it comes in packs of two to keep your kitchen staff ready for shucking at any moment.

Omcan 3.5" Clam Knife: For more than 60 years Omcan has been a leader in the seafood industry, manufacturing some of today’s leading shucking tools. This wide-blade 3.5” clam knife comes equipped with a sturdy blue handle and is designed to be long-lasting no matter what volume of clams you serve.

Let Zanduco be your commercial food service resource!

For affordable oyster and clam knives, contact the team from Zanduco Restaurant & Supplies today. You can place your order by calling 1-855-926-3826 or request a quote today!