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MAC MTH-80 Chef's Knife — the grown-up knife that replaces the dull block set
MAC Professional 8-Inch Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80)
Reviewed by the WhyToBuyThis team · Updated September 2026 · How we choose
Perfect for
- People who cook nightly
- Replacing a block set
- Made in Japan
- A lasting upgrade
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Price: $159.95
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- Hand-pickedCurated, not scraped
- Honest reviewThe catch, not just the hype
Why this gift works
The MAC MTH-80 Chef's Knife is MAC's Professional series 8-inch chef's knife (7.88-inch blade), made in Japan with a thin 2.5 mm blade, a bolster and dimples along the edge that MAC says help it glide through sticky foods. It weighs 6.5 oz and is 12.63 inches overall, per MAC; a retailer lists a resin-impregnated wood handle, 59-61 Rockwell hardness and a 25-year warranty. It is hand wash only.
Turning 30 usually means cooking for yourself most nights. One excellent knife makes every dinner faster and nicer, and it is the kind of upgrade people rarely buy for themselves.
Who is this gift for?
Great for
- A 30-year-old who cooks
- New homeowners
- Anyone with a dull knife block
Think twice if
- They put knives in the dishwasher
- They rarely cook
The catch
It is expensive for one knife; it is hand wash only; the thin, hard blade needs a honing rod or whetstone and neither is included; and the blade is actually 7.88 inches.
Skip for someone who rarely cooks, or who already owns a premium chef's knife.
Key specs
| Blade | 7.88 in (sold as 8 in), 2.5 mm thick, dimpled |
|---|---|
| Overall length | 12.63 in |
| Weight | 6.5 oz |
| Hardness | 59-61 Rockwell (per retailer) |
| Made in | Japan |
| Care | Hand wash only |
Worth knowing before you buy
- Add a honing rod to keep the edge.
- No sheath or block is included.
Why we like it
- Thin, sharp Japanese blade
- Dimples reduce sticking
- Balanced with a bolster
- Long warranty
What to look for in a chef's knife
- Blade. Thin blades cut cleanly; heavier blades handle hard squash.
- Balance. A bolster helps the knife feel steady.
- Care. Hand washing and honing keep any good edge.
Questions people ask
No - hand wash only.
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