MAC Knife Professional MTH-80 Chef's Knife 8 Inch
- BladeLength: 13 inches
- Size: 13 inches
- Blade Edge: Hollow
- Blade Material Type: Alloy Steel
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Cooks who slice a lot of potatoes and squash will feel what the dimples are for; the tradeoff is hand washing only, no dishwasher shortcuts.
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ASIN: B000N5H2XUModel: MTH-80Category: Chef's Knives
Overview
MAC's MTH-80 is an 8-inch Japanese-made chef's knife from the Professional series, with dimples pressed into the blade face so sticky cuts like potato or squash release instead of clinging.
At 2.5mm the blade is thinner than most Western chef's knives, which is what keeps the knife light through long prep sessions, and the dimples are there to break the suction that makes thin slices stick to the steel. Care instructions call for hand washing only; it is not listed as dishwasher safe.
- 8-inch dimpled chef's knife blade
- 2.5mm blade thickness
- Pakka wood handle
- Made in Japan, hand wash only
Who it's for
Fits a cook who already prefers a lighter, Japanese-style chef's knife and slices a lot of starchy vegetables. Less suited to someone who wants a dishwasher-safe blade or a heavier, thicker Western knife.
Pros and cons
- Dimples keep starchy slices from sticking
- Thin 2.5mm blade stays light in hand
- Pakka wood handle
- Made in Japan
- Hand wash only, not dishwasher safe
- Thinner blade needs gentler care than a thick Western knife
Performance notes
The 2.5mm blade is thin by chef's knife standards, which lowers weight and cutting resistance, while the dimpled face creates small air pockets that let slices of potato, apple, or squash fall away instead of sticking. The pakka wood handle resists moisture but the knife still calls for hand washing rather than the dishwasher.
Where it stands among chef's knives
- #9 most-searched brand and model of the 47 chef's knives lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 89 chef's knives we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Mac Knife |
|---|---|
| Model | MTH-80 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 13 incheshigher than 100% of 72 chef's knives |
| Size | 13 incheshigher than 100% of 56 chef's knives |
| Item Weight | 0.62 poundshigher than 85% of 53 chef's knives |
| Item Length | 13 incheshigher than 54% of 70 chef's knives |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Material Type | Steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Handle Material | Wood |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 25 years |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Hollow |
| Number of Items | 1 |
Closest rivals on specs
Babish High-Carbon German Steel Chef Knife 8 Inch- Item Weight 0.62 vs 0.71 pounds (-13%)
WÜSTHOF Classic Chef's Knife 10 Inch- BladeLength 13 vs 10 inches (+30%)
Victorinox Fibrox Pro 5.2003.25 Chef's Knife 10 in- BladeLength 13 vs 10 inches (+30%)
- Item Length 13 vs 15 inches (-13%)
Frequently asked questions
What do the dimples on the MAC MTH-80 do?
They create small air pockets along the blade face so sticky foods like potato, apple, or squash release instead of clinging to the steel as you cut.
Is the MAC MTH-80 dishwasher safe?
No, hand washing only is recommended.
How thick is the blade?
2.5mm, thinner than most Western-style chef's knives, which keeps the knife light in hand.