MAC Chef's Knife 21.5 cm Professional Series MBK-85

MAC: Where Japanese precision meets European practicality. Upgrade your kitchen with a knife trusted by chefs around the world. The MAC Professional Series is trusted by professional chefs and serious home cooks around the world. With outstanding sharpness, perfect balance, and premium materials, this chef’s knife delivers performance you can count on every day.

This Chef's knife is modeled after the standard French chef's knife which has a slightly curved edge and a fast taper towards the tip (compared to a Japanese chef's knife which has a more gradual taper from the heel to the tip). This is a 21.6 cm (8½") version, which is a standard size favored by both home cooks and professional chefs. A multipurpose knife for just about anything you would cut on a cutting board.

Why Choose a Chef's Knife?

This is the most important and versatile knife in any kitchen. It handles a wide range of tasks, like chopping herbs, slicing meat, dicing vegetables and more. The curved blade allows for a natural rocking motion, while the broad surface is ideal for scooping or crushing ingredients.

Key Features:

AUS-8 Stainless Steel Blade

Forged with Molybdenum and Vanadium for increased hardness, sharpness, and corrosion resistance.

• MAC Hybrid Edge

A patented cutting angle that blends Japanese and European styles. Each blade is hand-sharpened to about 15° per side for exceptionally precise, smooth cuts.

• Thin, Razor-Sharp Blade

Glides effortlessly through ingredients with minimal resistance.

• Perfectly Balanced with a Bolster

Light but with a great balance. Added weight at the bolster provides stability and comfort, ideal for the chef’s pinch grip.

• Ergonomic Pakka Wood Handle

European-style grip made of resin-impregnated Pakka wood for durability, water resistance, and a natural feel. Fits comfortably in hands.

• Made in Japan

Crafted in Seki City, the heart of Japanese knife-making. MAC has produced over 30 million knives since 1965 and is renowned for quality, innovation and craftsmanship.

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 21.6 cm

• Total Length: 34 cm

• Blade Thickness: 2.5 mm

• Weight: 204 g

• Rockwell Hardness: HRC 59

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 Hand wash with warm water and dry immediately. Avoid dishwashers to preserve blade integrity. Regular honing and occasional sharpening will keep your MAC knife performing at its best.

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