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Buy it if
- Glides through all ingredients like a hot knife through butter
- Compact 6.5-inch blade makes it easy to control for both beginners and pros
- Hollow edge (Granton edge) prevents food from sticking to the blade
Skip it if
- Flat blade shape requires push-cut motion rather than rocking motion
- May require adjustment for cooks accustomed to curved Western chef's knives
- Hollow edge requires careful maintenance to preserve effectiveness
“Santoku knives may seem niche, but they're actually a versatile blade suited to newbie cooks and pro chefs alike. When I tested them, I fell in love with this one from Mac: It glides through everything like a hot knife through butter.”Serious Eats Editor
What owners love
- Glides through all ingredients like a hot knife through butter
- Compact 6.5-inch blade makes it easy to control for both beginners and pros
- Hollow edge (Granton edge) prevents food from sticking to the blade
- Versatile design suited to both newbie cooks and professional chefs
The recurring gripe
- Flat blade shape requires push-cut motion rather than rocking motion
- May require adjustment for cooks accustomed to curved Western chef's knives