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About us

In 1884, Karl Elsener opened his cutler’s workshop in Ibach-Schwyz. At this time Switzerland was still one of the poorer countries in Europe. In the early years Karl Elsener worked to combat poverty and unemployment in the Schwyz basin, creating jobs and helping stem the flow of emigration.

In 1891 he supplied the soldier’s knife to the Swiss Army for the first time. He went on to develop the Swiss Officer’s and Sports Knife – now the iconic Swiss Army Knife – in 1897, creating the foundation for a flourishing company that would be able to hold its own on the world stage.

From then on, his spirit of solidarity, deep roots in the region and strong commitment to solid values shaped the Victorinox company philosophy.

Today, Victorinox is a global company with five product categories: Swiss Army Knives, Household and Professional Knives, Watches, Travel Gear and Fragrances. The Swiss Army Knife is the core product and has a pioneering role in the development of all product categories.

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Recommended Uses For Product

Opening oysters, Shucking clams

Brand

Victorinox

Model Name

7.6399.3-X1

Special Feature

Stainless Steel

Age Range (Description)

Adult

Included Components

1

Color

Red

Blade Material

Stainless Steel

Style

NEW HAVEN

Blade Length

2.75 Inches

Power Source

Hand Powered

Product Care Instructions

Machine Wash

Hand Orientation

Ambidextrous

Item Weight

0.15 Pounds

Is Cordless?

Yes

Item Length

7.64 Inches

Global Trade Identification Number

07611160117786, 00046928446933

Manufacturer

Victorinox

UPC

046928446933 716080067108

Item Weight

2.4 ounces

ASIN

B002UOTMSU

Item model number

44693

Customer Reviews

4.7 1,382 ratings

4.7 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank

#72,335 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
#203 in Seafood Tools

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

No

Date First Available

October 28, 2009

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Product Description

Over the years, both customer needs and technology have changed. The Swiss Army Knife has evolved by responding to these needs, while remaining an essential tool our clients can rely on. That's our story. But it's not what turned the Victorinox Knife into an icon. It's about the stories our customers experienced in which our products played a vital role: stories about memorable moments of adventure and expeditions on earth, in the sky, and in space. Dramatic stories in which our products contributed to solutions and saved lives. Even stories of prominent encounters where our knives opened doors, helping to create ties between politicians, opinion leaders and nations. In all of these stories it becomes clear that thanks to the talent of our employees we have been able to develop products that excel in their functionality, quality and design - making them true companions for life. We invite you to discover the world of Victorinox and are proud to be a companion for your life. Thank you for your interest and trust in Victorinox.

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Easy to use	4.9	4.1	4.1	4.5	4.6	4.2
Sturdiness	4.8	3.7	4.4	4.7	4.5	4.4
Ergonomic	4.8	3.7	3.9	—	4.5	4.2
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blade length	2.75 inches	—	8.5 centimeters	3.25 inches	2 inches	2.75 inches
blade material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel	martensitic stainless steel
handle material	—	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel	Plastic	Wood	Poly
weight	0.15 pounds	1.6 ounces	—	0.23 kilograms	0.23 kilograms	—

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Customer reviews

4.7 out of 5

1,382 global ratings

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Customers like the durability, sharpness, performance, grip and ease of use of the oyster knife. They mention that it's sturdy, has a great grip and that it works great on big Japanese oysters.

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Durability Sharpness Performance Grip Ease of use Ease of opening Size Value

158 customers mention "Durability"122 positive36 negative

Customers like the durability of the oyster knife. They say the blade is strong, non-bendable, and solid. The steel is good and doesn't flex or twist too much when you're using it. Some customers have reported no issues after six months of ownership.

"...It appears very sturdy and shucked through all of the oysters without trouble...." Read more

"The blade is nice and strong yet narrow enough for small delicate oysters. This is a great knife and makes shucking oysters a breeze!" Read more

"...It is both sturdy; has a great grip, even while wet; and its bent blade provides that tiny bit of leverage required to remove the top valve of even..." Read more

"...The blade is very strong and sturdy and the slightly hooked tip is great to get in and pry open that stubborn shell...." Read more

121 customers mention "Sharpness"106 positive15 negative

Customers like the sharpness of the knife. They say it's durable, and perfect for opening oysters. Some say the edge doesn't look or feel extra sharp.

"...The gentle curve at the tip of the New Haven style and the thin (yet strong) blade make it easy for me to shuck consistently and efficiently...." Read more

"...This is a great knife and makes shucking oysters a breeze!" Read more

"...It looked great with its polished wood handle but when I used it, I found it very difficult to open oysters. I returned it after one use...." Read more

"...shucked many an oyster in life, I can tell you this is a great all-around oyster knife...." Read more

81 customers mention "Performance"81 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the oyster knife. They mention that it works well, performs admirably, and improves the success rate of opening oysters. Some say that the knife works better with the tip pointed down and some find it works better without hurting their hand.

"...The knife performed admirably and opened all of the oysters much better than my old knife...." Read more

"...side-entry shucking with this knife on 1/2 doz oysters and it works really well due to the very thin blade tip -- as always, if you can find the..." Read more

"...These are the best I’ve ever used...." Read more

"...The knife itself does the job well...." Read more

77 customers mention "Grip"74 positive3 negative

Customers find the grip of the knife comfortable, easy to grip, and sturdy. They also say the handle feels good in the palm of the hand and does not slip from their hands. Customers also appreciate the great ergonomics and say the knife fits nicely in their hand.

"...There was no slipping or need for bandages. I got through all 20 of these oysters in half the time as I would have with my previous knife...." Read more

"...The handle fits nicely in my hand (I'm petite and have a small hand but I can grip it firmly and generate force to shuck the oysters)...." Read more

"...It is both sturdy; has a great grip, even while wet; and its bent blade provides that tiny bit of leverage required to remove the top valve of even..." Read more

"...so happy when I used this knife for the first time ... it fit comfortably in my hand and I had no issues with getting the point past the hinge and..." Read more

50 customers mention "Ease of use"47 positive3 negative

Customers find the oyster knife easy to use. They say it's simple, high quality, and can do the job with minimal effort. Some customers also mention that the knife is great for first-time shuckers, as it'll get into the hinge and pivot point easily. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease of use.

"...We found this knife easy to use but it was slow for ONE person to shuck oysters for TWO (plus our kiddo, so that makes THREE) people to eat...." Read more

"This knife make opening oysters a breeze. Much safer too. I bought this knife and the 4” straight knife too...." Read more

"...I always felt like it was dangerous. The new haven style is so much easier to use and requires less effort. Love it!!!" Read more

"...Not only is it safer than the other tools I've used up to this point, but it is also much faster." Read more

43 customers mention "Ease of opening"40 positive3 negative

Customers find the knife easy to use and effective in opening oysters. They say it's a well-designed tool that makes opening them a snap. Some mention that the knife has a curve shape that makes it easy to pry open the hinge. Overall, most are happy with the ease of opening.

"...The knife performed admirably and opened all of the oysters much better than my old knife...." Read more

"...This is a great knife and makes shucking oysters a breeze!" Read more

"This knife make opening oysters a breeze. Much safer too. I bought this knife and the 4” straight knife too...." Read more

"...Once adept the long blade allows you to pop the hinge and cut the adductor muscle in one sweep even on the largest of oysters such as Malpeque...." Read more

34 customers mention "Size"31 positive3 negative

Customers find the size of the knife to be good for their medium-sized hands. They say it's the perfect size, with a good, non-slip grip. They also say the blade is just the right length and suitable for small and big shells. Customers also say it fits the hand perfectly and does the job superbly.

"The blade is nice and strong yet narrow enough for small delicate oysters. This is a great knife and makes shucking oysters a breeze!" Read more

"...It's size and shape make it a good one to have if you only own one...." Read more

"...This knife is a longer skinnier knife that can get in the smallest holes, perfect for hitting troublesome oysters from the side and most importantly..." Read more

"...Benefits of this knife include-non-slip handle, good handle size for my Med size hands, VERY solid stiff blade, curved tip that was thin enough to..." Read more

22 customers mention "Value"22 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the knife. They say it's well designed, well made, and worth the money.

"...Price was a bit high, but if it lasts, well worth it!" Read more

"I was surprised when I got it, it is well made for the price. It’s on the small side so read details about it." Read more

"This knife makes opening oysters so much easier.Reasonable, fits well in the hand...." Read more

"...Very good price and quality !" Read more

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Cassique

Opened every oyster that I had

Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2022

Style: NEW HAVENVerified Purchase

I am a lover of all things shellfish with oysters being my favorite. I have had an old school oyster knife for a long time and figured it was time to upgrade. Quite frankly my old one was as close to unsafe as you could get. I can't tell you the number of times that I ended up stabbing myself that bordered upon needing stitches.

I looked into all of the different types and shapes (Boston, Galveston, Providence, Frenchmen....) and finally settled on the New Haven. Once the knife arrived I immediately ran out and bought 20 oysters of varying sizes and shapes. The knife performed admirably and opened all of the oysters much better than my old knife. It appears very sturdy and shucked through all of the oysters without trouble. It worked just as well on the very small west coasters as it did on the larger east coast ones. The knife fit well into my hand and gave me a confidence that I had been lacking with my previous knife. There was no slipping or need for bandages. I got through all 20 of these oysters in half the time as I would have with my previous knife. Better yet the knife showed no signs of distress after it was all over. The upward curved tip was just the thing to pop the lid on these bivalves.

I am looking forward to many more shucking sessions in the future!

5 people found this helpful

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Boston JBC

Super easy to use-handle grip is nice, curved tip is key, blade is thin but strong

Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2020

Style: NEW HAVENVerified Purchase

We bought this shucking knife as recommended by some friends after we began buying oysters from an oyster farmer on Cape Cod (YUM!). We found this knife easy to use but it was slow for ONE person to shuck oysters for TWO (plus our kiddo, so that makes THREE) people to eat. We decided to order another shucking knife but found that VERY difficult to use (the tip was not nicely curved like this one). We then ordered ANOTHER shucking knife but found the blade for that one too thick and difficult to insert. Hubby can use that other one (he likes the fat handle) but like Goldilocks, I'm sticking to THIS Victorinox shucking knife--it is JUST right. The gentle curve at the tip of the New Haven style and the thin (yet strong) blade make it easy for me to shuck consistently and efficiently. The handle fits nicely in my hand (I'm petite and have a small hand but I can grip it firmly and generate force to shuck the oysters). I'm looking forward to enjoying MANY oysters with the help of this shucking knife!!

8 people found this helpful

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Gregory P Means

Great oyster knife!

Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2023

Style: NEW HAVENVerified Purchase

The blade is nice and strong yet narrow enough for small delicate oysters. This is a great knife and makes shucking oysters a breeze!

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Bella

Go to New Haven and don't even look back . . .

Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2016

Style: NEW HAVENVerified Purchase

This "New Haven" model has been my go-to knife for years. It is both sturdy; has a great grip, even while wet; and its bent blade provides that tiny bit of leverage required to remove the top valve of even the most stubborn oyster and easily sheer that adductor muscle. This is the third or fourth knife that I have had, since they all manage to "disappear" among my friends -- even with that bright orange handle. It is as useful while shucking in hand or down-shucking with the use of a towel; and is superior, in my opinion, to the Dexter-Russell (S120), which is quite popular.

As an added benefit, I also use the New Haven to pry off sea urchins from rocky surfaces, while diving, having drilled a hole through the handle and attached a lanyard.

I generally stay away from those oyster knives that are entirely metal -- too slick; those with guards; it usually ensures that the poor . . . shucker is using far too much force for his or her appetizer. It is just necessary to find that "sweet spot" in the hinge -- and it will pop free with little effort . . .

4 people found this helpful

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AMZNsince1998

Thin Blade Design Works Best with Slightly Different Technique

Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2013

Style: 3-INCH BOSTONVerified Purchase

The very thin blade tip of this variation on Boston style oyster knife does seem vulnerable - my knife tip is ever so slightly bent after first use on a dozen oysters. That said, this unique knife does have a lot of merit, if you slightly adjust the shucking technique ...

I believe this is can be a solid, reliable knife if you're willing to take some care to work the blade directly into the hinge a bit more that you might usually do -- using a slight side-so-side motion, instead of twisting round the handle -- the thin blade slides *directly* into the hinge much more easily than typical knife with thicker blade. This is particularly so, if the hinges on the batch of oysters are typically pretty even/straight. At about 1/4" in from the tip the blade gets more substantial and seems less likely to chip, so can then be used to pry open the hinge.

The knife also seems thin enough to be useful for side-entry method of shucking, though I have not yet tried that with it.**

I'm glad to have it as an option among the few knives in my oyster kit, and will probably buy another one if mine ever chips... but would not recommend it as your only knife. Instead, recommend you think of it as a good option for certain types/sizes of oysters.

Like any specialized tool, if you use it in a manner consistent with its special design, it can work well, just takes a bit of finesse.

**Update: Tried side-entry shucking with this knife on 1/2 doz oysters and it works really well due to the very thin blade tip -- as always, if you can find the side seam, something which still eludes me on some oysters.

***Update #2: After shucking at most a dozen or so oysters with this knife, I did chip the very tip on some larger, tough-to-open blue points; small ding about 1/16" that I was able to fix easily in a few minutes with a file and a sharpening stone... so net/net, still a fan of this knife for what it can do with such a uniquely thin blade. I would caution that you should acquire this knife primarily if you value a very thin profile blade, and note that it probably cannot reliably be your only oyster knife. The thin blade is indeed a trade-off but given the modest cost, I've ordered another as a backup.

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