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Best Oyster Shucking Knives, Gloves & Gear

Simple guides and top picks to help you shuck oysters safely and confidently.

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⭐ BEST OVERALL
Dexter-Russell Oyster Knife

Dexter-Russell Oyster Knife

  • Strong durable blade
  • Secure non-slip grip
  • Ideal for beginners

Reliable knife for everyday oyster shucking at home.

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🧤 BEST PROTECTION
Cut Resistant Oyster Gloves

Cut-Resistant Oyster Gloves

  • Durable cut-resistant fabric
  • Comfortable secure fit
  • Safe for food handling

Essential gloves for safer oyster shucking and prep work.

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🧰 BEST STARTER KIT
Oyster Shucking Kit

Oyster Shucking Starter Kit

  • Knife and gloves included
  • Great beginner starter set
  • Perfect gift option

Complete starter kit for easy oyster shucking at home.

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Dexter-Russell Knife All-around use Strong durable blade Check Price
Cut-Resistant Gloves Safety Cut protection Check Price
Shucking Starter Kit Beginners All-in-one setup Check Price

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Wellfleet Oyster Fest - October 17-18, 2009

Save the Date - Mark your calendar now for the 9th Annual Wellfleet Oyster Fest. An event I don't like to miss and I don't recommend you skip if you can make it to Wellfleet, MA on Cape Cod in October.

For the What, When, Where, To Do's, Who, Why, and all the information about the Wellfleet Oyster Fest, click here.

I can tell you from experience, arrive early on Saturday to avoid a long wait for parking and plan to spend the day as there is lots to see, do and eat. If you don't get to everything or eat everything on Saturday, do not panic. The Fest is two days so wake up on Sunday morning and go back for more!

I hope my favorite vendor returns again this year, W.O. Hesperus. They make great hot sauces and last year I got a Kick in the Nuts and enjoyed it!

I know my father-in-law will be looking to add to his collection with an item from Mike McCarthy's Mattapoisett Bird Works.



For a complete list of artists and food vendors look around on the Wellfleet Oyster Fest website.

See you in October!