Dexter Russell Traditional 8" Wide Boning Knife 2150 1378 

The Dexter Russell Traditional 8" Wide Boning Knife is a powerhouse of precision and tradition, ideal for tackling large cuts in professional and home kitchens alike. Forged from high-carbon DEXSTEEL, its 8-inch wide, slightly curved blade offers exceptional strength and reach, with a hand-honed edge that effortlessly separates meat from bone, cartilage, and sinew while retaining sharpness through heavy use. The wood handle, secured with polished brass compression rivets, provides a balanced, ergonomic grip that adapts comfortably to extended sessions, developing a natural patina over time for a personalized feel. This knife from the legendary Traditional line-crafted in the USA since 1818-delivers heirloom durability, though its carbon steel blade demands careful maintenance to prevent rust and staining.

Key Uses and Applications
This robust wide boning knife is engineered for demanding deboning tasks, excelling where stiffness and leverage are key to efficient yields. Its primary applications include: 

Heavy-Duty Meat Processing: Perfect for boning large roasts, hams, beef, or pork, the wide blade slices through tough connective tissues and removes bones cleanly, maximizing usable meat in butcher shops or commercial kitchens.

Poultry and Game Preparation: Handles whole chickens, turkeys, or wild game with ease, offering the rigidity needed for quartering while allowing precise control around joints and ribs.

Seafood and Filleting: Doubles as a fillet knife for deboning larger fish, trimming cartilage, or portioning fillets, with the curved profile providing optimal angles for smooth, waste-free cuts.

General Kitchen Utility: Ideal for trimming excess fat, portioning cooked meats, or even slicing through denser vegetables in high-volume prep, making it a versatile staple for chefs and hunters. 

For peak performance, hand-wash immediately after use, dry thoroughly, apply mineral oil to the blade, and store in a dry place; a black patina may form naturally but won't impact functionality, and fine steel wool restores minor stains. This knife embodies the timeless reliability of Dexter Russell craftsmanship. 

Thin and sharp, the boning knife is the go to blade for removing bones from meat and skinning fish. There are several types of boning knives that make different tasks much easier.  When cutting tough meat like beef and pork use a stiff boner and use a flexible boner for poultry and fish.  When working close and around the bone, a curved boning knife will give you a better working angle. Lastly, a narrow boning knife is great for boning ribs and meat chops while you would use a wide boning knife for chicken and pork.

The handles are durable and require minimal maintenance if cared for properly, these knives will last you a lifetime. There is something to be said for great American made knives that have been used since the early 1800’s. Made in USA.

• Superior blade shape for easier slicing
• Unique edge geometry for long lasting, easily restored performance
• Hand honed to the ultimate edge
• Formed handle for comfort and functionality
• Polished Rosewood handles
• Large brass compression rivets

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*Please note, this knife has a High-Carbon Steel Blade, it can rust and stain. Please make sure to clean your high carbon steel blade by hand washing and drying. Coat the blade with mineral oil and store in a dry place to keep it from rusting/ staining. Fine steel wool can also be used when needed. Dexter Russell has been manufacturing knives since 1818, and with proper care your knife should last a lifetime.