Thin behind the food
The 2.5 mm blade is designed to reduce wedging, while the low 6.5-ounce weight limits fatigue during repetitive prep.
MAC Knife
Professional Series 8" Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80)
A light Japanese chef's knife with a 7.88-inch dimpled blade, slim 2.5 mm stock and compact bolster.
- Score
- 7.7/10
- Life
- 25 yrs
- Cover
- 25 yrs
Price history
$175.00
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Product Overview
MAC's MTH-80 is a thin, light professional-series chef's knife built for low-wedging everyday prep. Its 2.5 mm blade and small bolster keep the knife to 6.5 ounces, while the dimples are intended to reduce sticking in foods such as potatoes and apples. MAC says its knives are made in Seki, Japan fro...
$175.00
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- OverviewBrand
- MAC Knife
- OverviewProduct category
- chefs-knives-and-cutting-tools
- OverviewExpected lifespan
- 25 years
- Dimensions & WeightWeight
- 0.184 kg
- Warranty & ServiceWarranty
- 300 months
Why We Love It
The features that make this product stand out from the competition.
Factory service available
MAC publishes sharpening and minor-repair pricing and restores MAC edges using factory-style equipment and techniques.
Meaningful fixed warranty
The original purchaser receives 25 years of coverage for material and workmanship defects on authorized purchases.
Detailed Quality Score Breakdown
Core Performance
Primary Performance
8.8
chefs knives and cutting tools fit is backed by chefs knives and cutting tools materials and the current 8.8 score.
Feature Richness
5.8
Feature set stays practical for chefs knives and cutting tools without adding obvious replacement pressure.
Build Quality
8.6
chefs knives and cutting tools materials and reinforced construction signals support the 8.6 build score.
Reliability Score
8.8
25-year expected life, 25-year warranty coverage, and repair access support dependable use.
Longevity
Durability Rating
9.0
25-year expected life is supported by chefs knives and cutting tools materials and maintainable ownership signals.
Wear Resistance
8.3
chefs knives and cutting tools materials is scored against travel abrasion, handling wear, and expected cosmetic aging.
Component Replaceability
4.8
Repair and parts access keep worn components from defining the whole product lifespan.
Design Timelessness
9.2
Simple chefs knives and cutting tools design avoids trend-led replacement during the 25-year window.
Serviceability
Repairability
8.7
Repair access is included in the score; verify regional parts and service before buying.
Spare Parts Availability
5.4
MAC Knife support and parts access inform the long-term service score.
Warranty Coverage
7.0
25-year warranty coverage backs the expected 25-year ownership window.
Service Network
5.8
MAC Knife support plus regional service availability drive this score.
Value
Total Cost of Ownership
8.3
$175 over 25 years is helped by repair access and long service life.
Resale Value Retention
7.0
MAC Knife reputation and long-life materials support resale confidence.
User Satisfaction
8.6
Owner reputation is reflected until WeBuyItForLife.com has more direct owner reviews.
Total Cost of Ownership Calculator
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$176.00
Over 25 years
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long will the Professional Series 8" Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80) last?
The Professional Series 8" Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80) by MAC Knife is built to last 25+ years under normal use. This estimate is based on our analysis of build quality (8.6/10), durability rating (9.0/10), and wear resistance (8.3/10).
Is the Professional Series 8" Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80) easy to repair?
The Professional Series 8" Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80) scores 8.7/10 for repairability and 5.4/10 for spare parts availability. This means most repairs can be done without specialized tools, and spare parts are readily available.
What warranty does the Professional Series 8" Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80) come with?
The Professional Series 8" Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80) comes with a lifetime warranty from MAC Knife. Our warranty coverage score is 7.0/10, and the service network score is 5.8/10.
Is the Professional Series 8" Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80) worth the price?
At $175.00, the Professional Series 8" Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80) has a total cost of ownership score of 8.3/10 and resale value retention of 7.0/10. With an expected lifespan of 25 years, the cost per year works out to approximately $7.00 — making it an excellent long-term investment.
What is the overall BIFL quality score for the Professional Series 8" Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80)?
The Professional Series 8" Chef's Knife with Dimples (MTH-80) achieves an overall BIFL quality score of 7.7/10, evaluated across 15 quality dimensions including core performance, longevity, serviceability, and value. This is a solid score indicating good overall quality and longevity.
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