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MAC Knife

Thin, sharp kitchen knives manufactured in Seki since 1964.

Designed inSeki, Japan
Made inSeki City, Gifu, Japan
Known forMTH-80 Professional
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01 / Story

Craft, factory and place.

MAC was founded in 1964 around thin blades, a raised handle and an accessible Western-Japanese hybrid shape. The knives are produced and sharpened in Seki.

  1. 1964

    MAC is founded

    The company develops thin Japanese blades for Western-style kitchen use.

  2. 1960s

    A raised handle changes the profile

    The distinctive geometry gives cooks more knuckle clearance.

  3. Today

    Produced in Seki

    MAC’s core knife lines are still made and sharpened in Japan.

02 / Flagships

Start with these.

Three products that define MAC Knife.

03 / Origin

What the manufacturing claim covers.

The claim follows the product line, not just the logo.

Covered production
  • MTH-80 Professional
  • MSK-65 Superior Santoku
  • PKF-50 Paring Knife

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Sources & further reading1 official source
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Brand statements and product ranges change. Verify the current country-of-origin marking on the exact model before purchase.

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MAC’s knife lines are Japanese-made; storage, sharpeners and promotional accessories need their own check.

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