Samura Pearl Oyster Knife 73 mm, Coral Handle

The Samura Pearl oyster knife pairs a 73 mm stainless steel blade with a coral handle. It is a specialised knife for opening oysters: the lens-shaped blade slips between the shells, and the form-fitting handle helps you shuck with confidence and speed. It also comes in handy for cheese.

Blade and steel

The blade is AUS-8 stainless steel in a single layer, hardened to 58–59 HRC. That hardness keeps the edge in good working order through regular use, while still letting you restore it on a whetstone without much effort. As a durable, corrosion-resistant stainless steel, AUS-8 stays in good condition when you wash and dry the knife soon after use.

Its lens-shaped profile ends in a sharp tip, with a thin, curved edge. You work the tip in between the two halves of the shell, and the shape helps you prise the oyster open.

Handle and balance

The coral handle is made of TPE (thermoplastic elastomer), which feels soft and comfortable in your hand. A form-fitting shape and a non-slip texture help you keep a secure grip, even when the handle is wet. Overall, the knife is 197 mm long and weighs 120 g net.

Best uses

• Opening oysters
• Cutting cheese

Care and sharpening

Rinse the knife with hot water and wipe it dry before you use it for the first time. Clean it by hand with non-abrasive materials and wipe it dry; using a dishwasher is not recommended, and do not leave the knife in the sink for long. Cut cheese on a wooden or plastic board rather than glass, and keep the knife in a brush block or knife holder so that the blade does not touch metal items. Between sharpenings, use a honing rod; when it needs sharpening, use a whetstone and keep the original factory bevel angle of 15–17°.

About the Pearl series

SAMURA conceptualised the Pearl by hand out of clay, launching a new generation of oyster knives designed for efficiency. The Pearl collection has the same knife with other handle colours, and like every SAMURA knife, this one carries a 2-year warranty.