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In Production — v5

Mako

The Mako is Squid Industries' best-selling metal trainer, doubling as a functional bottle opener. First introduced in 2019, the v5 refresh brought an updated handle design with added jimping, tighter tolerances, and an upgraded hardened stainless trainer blade. It remains one of the most affordable channel-handle metal trainers on the market.

Released 2024MSRP $119.99$120 on secondary market

Variant

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Specifications

Overview

MSRP$119.99
Overall Length9.8"
Weight4.19oz

Hardware

Pivot SystemWashers
Latch TypeNo Latch
Pin SystemZen Pins

Blade

Trainer BladeStandard
StyleUnknown

Handle

ConstructionChannel
Material6061 Aluminium
FinishBeadblasted

Specifications reflect the standard configuration. Additional finishes and coatings may be offered on select production runs.

Where to Find

Squid IndustriesOfficial

Available directly from the maker, including Inked, Sapphire, and Topaz cosmetic variants.

Secondary Market / BSTSecondary Market

Also available used. Check BST communities, eBay, and Reddit r/balisong.

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