The hand polished rosewood handle of this Elite version of R. Murphy's New Haven oyster knife is weighted and contoured to fit perfectly in your hand. R. Murphy shellfish knives are the recognized leaders in the industry. Made with the finest cutlery steel, the blades are uniformly hardened and taper ground. The New Haven oyster knife is a classic wood-handled shucker. The only one with a curved tip, a brilliant design feature, the New Haven is a superb oyster knife for a couple reasons. First the curved tip allows for excellent leverage when opening at the hinge and secondly the tip tends to ride high inside the oyster making it easier to stay away from the meat and avoid damaging it. Made in USA.