This contraption from our collection is an Oyster Opener made by Bowlings of London.
A bit more complicated than the simple knives that are more commonly used today, this is made of cast iron with a hinge in the middle and two spiked clamps for holding onto the shell.
Oysters for lunch, anyone?
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