Description: This knife may appear black due to the reflection of light, but it is actually silver. ■About Shipping Costs■ Shipping is free for orders over $50. For orders under $50, there's no extra shipping fee for additional items. Just add all items to your cart, and the discount will apply automatically.*In rare cases, eBay might not apply the discount due to a bug. If this happens, feel free to contact me. ■Item Description■Condition : New / Pre-Sharpened (Balanced focus on sharpness and chip resistance) / Stored without ever being used, but there are some scratches from long-term storage. Blade length : 12.25 inches (310 mm) Overall length : 17.32 inches (440 mm)Spine Thickness at Base : 3.0 mmItem Weight : 9.1 oz (258 g)Blade Edge : Double-bevelBlade Material : Stainless SteelHandle Material : Pakkawood Country/Region of Manufacture : Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, JapanOthers : Not dishwasher-safe ・About this item This is a MAC Chef Series chef's knife, model BK-120, that has been stored for a long time in Japan without ever being used. The UPC in the United States is 854911000037. Please note that the paper shown in the photos is a warranty card, which is only valid in Japan. Please note that there may be slight differences between MAC knives designed for the Western market and those for the Japanese market. As a resident in Japan, I inquired about the Western specifications of MAC knives with the MAC headquarters. However, due to contractual agreements with MAC distributors in the West, they could not provide detailed information. Therefore, I cannot confirm any specific differences. Generally, MAC knives for the Japanese market have a double-edged blade with an asymmetrical edge, except for some models. This design choice caters to Japanese chefs who prefer the sharpness of single-edged knives like Deba and Yanagiba. The asymmetrical edge on a double-edged blade offers better sharpness compared to a symmetrical double-edged blade of the same size, while still maintaining the versatility of a double-edged design. The MAC USA website describes this knife as follows: "This 12" chef's knife is a large size for professional chefs. The fast taper towards the tip is in the style of the French chef's knife. It can be used for slicing most fruits, vegetables, and proteins on the cutting board. Particularly useful when cutting large foods such as watermelons and beef quarters." Currently, this knife is listed at $170 on the MAC USA website, while American sellers on eBay are offering it for $144.95. ・What is MAC? MAC was established in 1965 in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, one of Japan's leading knife manufacturing areas. Although the headquarters are in Sakai, the factory is located in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, another of Japan's premier knife-making regions. The founder, a Japanese individual who worked as a chef in the U.S., used his experience to develop unique products, such as knives with rounded tips, which are rarely seen from other manufacturers. By the way, in Japan, when people hear "MAC," they usually only think of Apple computers or McDonald's, so the company's name is not widely recognized. However, it is highly regarded by professional chefs, cooking enthusiasts, and knife collectors. ・Who I would recommend this knife to. I would recommend this to anyone looking to purchase a MAC BK-120 at the lowest possible price or who is interested in the Japanese-spec MAC with asymmetrical edges. ■About me■I am a Japanese living in Tokyo and I love to cook. I sell only real items. Also, please do not worry about used items. I possess a permit to sell used issued by the Japanese police. ・About new kitchen knives.I sell only great value for money knives, which are almost unknown outside of Japan. ・About used kitchen knives.I sell only used knives that are of original quality, condition, and commensurate with the purchase price. ・About other items.I sell items that I think are good and yet difficult to find outside of Japan. ・About the auction.I do not auction items for which I know the manufacturer, material, and MPN because I know the fair price. I will auction items that have unclear things, items that are new but have been opened for photography, or when replacing inventory. ■About Delivery■①I send items via Japan Post or Fedex. ②Since around January 2020, there have been many airline flight delays worldwide. Please understand that the arrival of your items may be significantly delayed than expected due to this. ③Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine. What these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.*In the case of the U.S., if the amount is $800 or less, including shipping costs, there will be no customs duty. ■Custom declaration■Customs declaration form will be filled out with the exact amount paid for by buyer. Please do not ask me to lower the declared value. Buyer is responsible for taxes due to their country's tax code. ■Other■I will always try to solve problem so please contact me before you open a case. Regards,
Price: 120 USD
Location: Tokyo
End Time: 2024-11-06T23:31:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Number of Items in Set: 1
Blade Length: 12 inches (310 mm)
Color: Silver, Black
Blade Edge: Double-bevel
Material: Stainless Steel
MPN: BK-120
Food Compatibility: Universal
Personalize: No
Brand: MAC
Type: Chef's Knife
Model: Chef Series
Features: Hand Wash Only
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Handle Material: Pakkawood