MAC Chef's Knife 21.5 cm Chef Series HB-85

Engineered for professional chefs and passionate home cooks alike, the Chef Series by MAC combines Japanese craftsmanship with European design elements for a line of kitchen knives that excel in sharpness, precision, and balance.

Unmatched Cutting Performance Each knife in the Chef Series features a 2.0–2.5 mm thin blade crafted from MAC’s exclusive AUS-8 molybdenum stainless steel, known for its high carbon content and excellent edge retention. Lightweight yet robust, these blades make quick work of slicing, dicing, and chopping—whether you’re prepping vegetables, filleting fish, or carving meats.

Hybrid MAC Edge Every Chef Series knife is hand-sharpened in Japan using MAC’s patented hybrid MAC Edge, which merges the precision of traditional Japanese single-bevel angles with the versatility of European V-shaped blades. This innovative edge allows for finer, cleaner cuts and smoother slicing with minimal effort.

European-Inspired Design with Japanese Precision With a straight handle aligned with the spine and a pointed tip, these knives maintain classic European shapes, while benefiting from MAC’s Japanese craftsmanship. The full-tang construction ensures durability and the pakka wood handle offers a secure, ergonomic grip that withstands the demanding environment of a busy kitchen.

Perfect Balance of Power and Precision The Chef Series knives offer a broad, slightly curved blade, ideal for rocking motions during fine chopping, while retaining the weight and control needed for handling tougher ingredients. This makes the chef’s knife a true all-rounder—your most valuable tool in the kitchen.

Crafted for Longevity Every knife is honed by hand by experienced artisans in Japan, ensuring a sharp, reliable edge from the very first cut. Thanks to the corrosion-resistant AUS-8 steel and durable construction, these knives are built to last with proper care.

The Chef's knife is every professional and amateur cook's favorite knife, and for a good reason. It has probably the most uses of any other knife in the kitchen, since you can use it to cut large portions, chop or cut from vegetables and fruits to meat and fish. Its wide and curved blade makes it ideal for fast cutting through the well-known motion. The thickness of the blade on the back is enough to give you the weight and power you need, and its length covers a wide range of daily tasks.

This 21.5 cm chef’s knife is the lightest-weight chef's knife offering in the MAC range. Its gradual taper from heel to tip follows the traditional Gyuto design, the Japanese version of the Western chef's knife. This allows an exceptional level of precision and ease, when making fine cuts or executing quick, controlled slices. Perfect for slicing fruits, vegetables, and proteins, this knife excels in both detailed tasks and larger prep work. Whether you're chopping herbs, slicing fish, or breaking down meat, the lightweight and balanced design ensures effortless handling in the busiest kitchen environments.

Key Features:

• Blade Material: AUS-8 stainless steel with high carbon content

• Edge: Hand-sharpened double bevel (~15° per side)

• Handle: Pakka wood, moisture-resistant and durable

• Rockwell Hardness: HRC 59

• Total Length: 33 cm

• Blade Thickness: 2 mm

• Weight: 140 g

• Made in Seki, Japan

Made in Japan Since 1965, MAC has sold over 30 million knives worldwide, earning awards and acclaim for their precision, longevity and dedication to Japanese knife-making tradition.

Care Instructions To maintain your MAC knife’s optimal performance, hand wash with warm water and dry immediately. Avoid dishwashers and always sharpen with a whetstone or sharpening steel as needed.

Packaging Comes in an elegant gift box, ideal for professionals or as a premium gift.