The Mako
The Mako
The Mako
The Mako
The Mako
The Mako
The Mako
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The Mako

17cm Mid-Sized Santoku

£295.00

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Description

Description

Why choose this knife

A proper drop-nose Santoku and one of the flattest blades we make – perfect for chopping and dicing: a reliable all-round blade for people who want depth and a usable point without the commitment of having to rock.

Dimensions

Blade 17cm. Overall 29.5cm. Depth 4.5cm. Weight 162g.

The Story

The Mako took a long time to evolve into what it is. A proper classic Santoku profile with a drop nose is harder to get right than it looks, and we went through a number of iterations before the geometry settled. It has a quality of restraint to it that we find satisfying. The name felt right. It moves the way its selachian namesake does: smooth, deliberate, efficient.

Performance

CATRA – the global authority on cutlery performance – rank our knives in the top 2.5% of all blades ever assessed for initial sharpness and edge retention. The The Mako is hardened in-house to 60 HRC using a nitrogen atmosphere process, taking the steel from 1080°C to -75°C in a controlled cycle that maximises carbide formation, edge stability and corrosion resistance. The blade is ground to a unique concave profile – a geometry that reduces drag and improves slicing performance without sacrificing rigidity. Each knife is sharpened to 15 degrees per side.

Highlights

Highlights

  • Style: Mid-Sized Santoku
  • Movement and edge: Up-and-down chop with a short forward push, flatter through the body than the Raven's Claw and closer to the Nakiri end of the Santoku spectrum. The drop nose gives a defined, practical tip for work a fully flat-edged blade cannot do cleanly.
  • Keep it sharp: A honing steel brings this edge back in seconds. Our steels.
  • Pairing: The Stout Yeoman makes a good compact pair.
Delivery

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The Savernake Knife

Available for next working day despatch in both handle options.

Essentials & Maker's Choice — Default Handle

Each knife has a default handle that is held in stock and available for next working day despatch.

Essentials & Maker's Choice — Alternative Handle

If you'd prefer a different handle from our standard range, we'll despatch within 7 working days.

Knife Builder & Sets and Collections

All knives designed through our Knife Builder, or ordered from Sets and Collections, are despatched within 3–4 weeks. If you have a particular date in mind, get in touch — we're often able to help.

All orders are delivered by Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed in specially-designed tubular Savernake packaging. A signature and age verification will be required on delivery.

International Delivery

We charge a £40 flat rate for delivery worldwide.

Lifetime Guarantee

Lifetime Guarantee

Our products are guaranteed for a lifetime. We also offer a reconditioning service for damaged knives for a small fee. We’re sure you’ll love your new knife. If there’s something not right with your order, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Complimentary Engraving

Personalised engraving is included on all knives

Lifetime Guarantee

With proper care, our knives are guaranteed for a lifetime of use

International Delivery

Delivery to the UK included, flat rate shipping worldwide

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