MAC Hollow Edge Chef's Knife 20 cm Professional Series MTH-80

The Professional Series by MAC has earned the trust of professional chefs and passionate home cooks around the globe. Known for its razor-sharp edges, superior craftsmanship, and exceptional balance, this series offers a wide selection of knives designed to meet every kitchen need with precision and ease.

Each knife in the Professional Series features an ultra-thin blade (2.0–2.5 mm) crafted from premium AUS-8 high-carbon stainless steel, a signature alloy used by MAC that ensures outstanding hardness, excellent edge retention and strong resistance to corrosion.

The blades are hand-sharpened by expert craftsmen in Seki, Japan, a city renowned for its centuries-old blade-making tradition. Each knife incorporates MAC’s patented hybrid edge, a distinctive grind that combines Japanese and Western angles. This innovative design allows for more precise and effortless slicing than traditional V-shaped or single-bevel blades.

The Western-style handle, made from durable Pakka wood, offers a secure, comfortable grip and excellent control during use. The forged bolster adds weight and stability, helping to maintain ideal balance in the hand, which is especially important during extended periods of food preparation in professional kitchen settings.

The MTH-80 is a very popular knife for everyday use. The 20 cm blade length is the most commonly used size in both home and professional kitchens. Featuring the standard elements of the Professional series, the thin 2.5 mm blade and bolster allow this knife to effortlessly cut, slice and dice almost any food. The added dimples help the blade glide through sticky foods such as potatoes, apples and summer squash.

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.

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.

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 20 cm

Knife Length: 32 cm

• Blade Thickness: 2.5 mm

• Weight: 184 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.