MAC Professional 8" Hollow Edge Chef's Knife

Although I have bought two of these for my kids based on reviews, etc., I never saw the need to replace my Shun Classic knife until the MAC super sale price showed up for Independence Day. I figured I would try it out and replace another knife, shifting it to our vacation house kitchen (not the Shun of course).

It arrived quickly as is usual from C&M, but didn’t knock my socks off with sharpness right away. Rod didn’t fix that so I finally ran it through sharpener a couple of strokes. Wow! This thing is super sharp now and compares to any of the other knives I have at this price range. I really like the Shun “d” shaped handle, so the MAC more German/US handle shape has taken some getting used to again, but if you use a pinch grip or like the European handle style, this won’t be an issue for you. I have found that the more I use the knife the excellent balance, sharpness, and lighter weight are making me tend to go to this knife as much or more than my beloved Shun Classic. Interesting.

This knife justifies the rave reviews. I still love my Shun, but I love this one too. Well worth the price.

It was such a beautiful and lightweight knife. My husband actually wanted one that had "dimples"...so I returned this one and purchased the correct one!!!

I got this knife for my mom and here is her verified review:

“I would say Best knife I’ve ever had ! Cuts so well it makes my meals faster ! I’ve never had a knife that can cut peppers and also bread so smoothly . It also cute meat so easily ! I can’t say enough about this knife . ”

She has never had a chefs knife or a professional knife before. She loves to cook too! It’s life changing ; don’t hold out on Mom kitchens or look any further for a better knife!

The knife is definitely better than anything I own and makes kitchen tasks very easy. I use it for everything in the kitchen and is very sharp!!

Excellent product! Sharp, makes using a knife easier. Comfortable grip even with large hands. Top notch