Oysters taste best when they are cold and opened right in front of you. Besides all the myths about aphrodisiac powers, a good oyster with a squeeze of lemon is a sublime eating experience. You can go to an oyster bar or restaurant and pay a lot for somebody to open them for you. Or you can buy them and try to open them yourself. This is a tricky and risky process and these shells are hard, sharp and don't lend themselves to be easily sprung. A heavy glove, this knife and a friend to show you how are your best bet. Special knife tip design, a reinforced bolster and a sure grip handle will give you the advantage.
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