MAC Professional Gyuto Chef Knife 22cm MBK-85

The MAC Professional Gyuto MBK-85 is a Japanese-made chef's knife with a 22cm blade, intended for the full range of general prep work found in a busy professional kitchen. The gyuto profile — essentially the Japanese interpretation of a Western chef's knife — gives a slightly flatter belly curve and a fine tip, making it well suited to both push-cutting and the rocking motion that many trained cooks prefer.

MAC knives are produced in Japan, with a significant portion of the manufacturing process still carried out by hand by skilled craftsmen. That approach to production is reflected in the consistency of the grind and the edge geometry, which holds up well under daily professional use. The knife sits at a practical weight for extended prep sessions — substantial enough to feel controlled, light enough to avoid fatigue during longer services.

In a working kitchen environment, knives of this type tend to suit roles that demand versatility: breaking down vegetables, portioning proteins, fine knife work on garnishes. The blade length is a useful middle ground — long enough for most prep tasks without becoming unwieldy on a smaller board or in a tighter workstation.

• Reliable edge retention suited to daily professional use
• Gyuto profile handles both rocking and push-cut technique
• Handcrafted Japanese manufacture supports consistent blade geometry
• Comfortable handle suited to extended prep sessions
• Versatile enough to cover the majority of general kitchen prep tasks

Like all MAC knives, the MBK-85 is hand wash only — dishwasher use will damage the edge and is not recommended. If you are equipping a full brigade or unsure whether this weight and length suits your team's prep style, we are happy to talk it through.