MAC Nakiri Knife 16.5 cm Professional Series MJU-65

The Professional Series by MAC has earned the trust of professional chefs and passionate home cooks around the globe. Known for its razor-sharp edges, superior craftsmanship, and exceptional balance, this series offers a wide selection of knives designed to meet every kitchen need with precision and ease.

Each knife in the Professional Series features an ultra-thin blade (2.0–2.5 mm) crafted from premium AUS-8 high-carbon stainless steel, a signature alloy used by MAC that ensures outstanding hardness, excellent edge retention and strong resistance to corrosion.

The blades are hand-sharpened by expert craftsmen in Seki, Japan, a city renowned for its centuries-old blade-making tradition. Each knife incorporates MAC’s patented hybrid edge, a distinctive grind that combines Japanese and Western angles. This innovative design allows for more precise and effortless slicing than traditional V-shaped or single-bevel blades.

The Western-style handle, made from durable Pakka wood, offers a secure, comfortable grip and excellent control during use. The forged bolster adds weight and stability, helping to maintain ideal balance in the hand, which is especially important during extended periods of food preparation in professional kitchen settings.

The thin, double-beveled edge of this knife is ideal for slicing and chopping most fruits and vegetables. The straight edge allows the full length of the blade to come into contact with the cutting board without having to rock the knife. Typically used by Japanese chefs for performing Katsura-muki, a Japanese technique for creating thin sheets of a cylindrical vegetable such as diakon radish and cucumbers. Contrary to its name, this knife can be used as a multi-purpose knife for meats and seafood as well. This knife should not be used as a heavy cleaver to chop through hard foods such as bones, frozen foods, etc.

The Nakiri knife is the traditional vegetable knife in Japanese cuisine. In addition to its distinctive straight-edged tip, its flat blade makes full contact with the cutting surface with each motion. The blade length is ideal for chopping, even on a home kitchen counter where space is often limited. Its lightweight design also ensures comfort during continuous use.

Key Features:

• AUS-8 Stainless Steel Blade

Forged with Molybdenum and Vanadium for increased hardness, sharpness, and corrosion resistance.

• MAC Hybrid Edge

A patented cutting angle that blends Japanese and European styles. Each blade is hand-sharpened to about 15° per side for exceptionally precise, smooth cuts.

• Thin, Razor-Sharp Blade

Glides effortlessly through ingredients with minimal resistance.

• Perfectly Balanced with a Bolster

Light but with a great balance. Added weight at the bolster provides stability and comfort, ideal for the chef’s pinch grip.

• Ergonomic Pakka Wood Handle

European-style grip made of resin-impregnated Pakka wood for durability, water resistance and a natural feel. Fits comfortably in hands.

• Made in Japan

Crafted in Seki City, the heart of Japanese knife-making.

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 16.5 cm

• Total Length: 29 cm

• Blade Thickness: 2.5 mm

• Weight: 160 g

• Rockwell Hardness: HRC 59

Made in Japan Since 1965, MAC has sold over 30 million knives worldwide, earning awards and acclaim for their precision, longevity and dedication to Japanese knife-making tradition.

Care Instructions Hand wash with warm water and dry immediately. Avoid dishwashers to preserve blade integrity. Regular honing and occasional sharpening will keep your MAC knife performing at its best.

Packaging Comes in an elegant gift box, ideal for professionals or as a premium gift.