Kuechenmesser.de is an affordable supplier of high-quality Japanese catering knives. Good kitchen knives and cutlery are imported directly and resold at low prices.
MAC (is Japanese and is pronounced ma-ku) is a knife manufacturer known in Germany only among insiders. In Japan, the USA and Great Britain, the kitchen knives are very famous among professional chefs. Many well-known chefs swear by MAC knives, such as the currently best chef in the USA, Thomas Keller. Even Charlie Trotter, who owns the gourmet restaurant of the same name in Chicago, which is considered one of the best in the USA, uses MAC knives in his kitchen. In France, at the most important competition for professional chefs, where the Norwegian chef Geir Skeie emerged as the winner of the Bocuse d’Or 2009, cooking is also done only with MAC. In his first TV shows, Jamie Oliver used MAC kitchen knives. In many Japanese kitchens, the “ma-kus” are used daily. The MAC kitchen knives are very reasonably priced for their excellent quality and are therefore also so popular with professionals. MAC kitchen knives can be purchased from as little as 19 euros, and there are almost no upper limits; the most expensive hand-forged knife costs 3,800 euros. So there is something for everyone.
There are many criteria to consider when buying a knife.
Wooden or plastic handle, Japanese or European blade shape, what the knife will be used for. Should it be a chic, special knife, or rather one that professional chefs also work with? How much do you want to spend on it? Can I resharpen it myself?
Superior Series
Robust knives for hobby cooks or professional chefs. The thin, razor-sharp blades are made of extra-hard High-Carbon Superior steel. Large, ergonomically shaped and comfortable handles made of Pakkawood to protect the finger joints. Not dishwasher-safe, but rust-resistant. Particularly practical: they can be hung up by the blade. Blade hardness 59 to 60 Rockwell C.
Damascus Series
Luxurious, well-balanced knives with Japanese Micarta handles (similar to Pakka wood) and a stainless-steel bolster. The blades consist of 64 layers of stainless steel and nickel steel and a core of rust-resistant MAC steel. These knives are loved by celebrity chefs in Norway and Australia.
Original Series
With razor-sharp knives made of rust-resistant Japanese high-carbon steel. Slightly flexible, thin blades for easy cutting. The rounded tips protect against injuries, and the hole in the blade allows it to be hung on the wall. Blade hardness 58–59 Rockwell C.
Professional Series
The popular MAC knives for cooking enthusiasts and professionals. With tang and stainless steel. Blade hardness between 59–60 Rockwell C. The blade has a very sharp edge that stays sharp for a long time. Rust-resistant, but not dishwasher-safe.
Chef Series
Popular series without bolsters, for a wide range of uses, with a good price/performance ratio. Rust-resistant MAC standard steel and extremely long-lasting sharpness. Not dishwasher-safe. Handle made of Pakkawood. Blade hardness 58–59 Rockwell C.
Japanese Series
Traditional Japanese models, usually with a single-bevel blade. Handles made of laminated Pakkawood, rust-resistant extra-hard MAC Superior steel. Blade hardness 58–59 Rockwell C.
R- Series
Lightweight rust-resistant knives made of chrome vanadium steel. Almost identical to the Original Series, only with light-brown handles.
IZ- Series
White Yasuki high-carbon steel blades supported by soft carbon steel. Handmade and hand-forged in Sakai by renowned Sakai knife smiths. Can be sharpened to an extreme sharpness and holds its edge for a long time. Round magnolia wood handles with buffalo horn bolster. The color of the handle and bolsters can vary from knife to knife. Not dishwasher-safe. Blade hardness 60–61 Rockwell C.
All MAC knives need the right care. This includes regular sharpening with the appropriate whetstone. Because cutting is only enjoyable with sharp knives.
Shipping is worldwide; goods that are available for delivery are sent immediately after receipt of payment as an insured postal parcel to the specified postal address.
On the website of kuechenmesser.de you can also find delicious cooking ideas.
Also read: No more rusty knives
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