Tidal Red Engraved 8pc Damascus Knife Set — Personalized Real Forged
Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Made-to-order · 14 business day lead time
Real forged Damascus. Personalized. Made to order. The Tidal Red Engraved 8-Piece Damascus Knife Set is the same real forged Damascus construction as our flagship Tidal Red — 67 total layers, 10Cr15CoMoV cutting-core steel, HRC 60±2 hardness, wine-red burl resin handles — with personalized engraving on the blades. The perfect wedding, anniversary, or milestone gift that gets used AND displayed. Made-to-order in approximately 14 business days. Backed by our 2-Year Epicurean Promise.
What makes the Engraved Tidal Red different from our standard Tidal Red
Same steel, same construction, same 67 total layers of real forged Damascus wrapped around a 10Cr15CoMoV cutting core. Same wine-red burl resin handles. Same 15° edge angle. Same 8-knife lineup. What's added: a name, date, monogram, or short message engraved on the blade of your choice — turning a great chef's knife set into a keepsake.
What can I engrave?
- A name (e.g., "The Kelly Family" or "Chef Nathan")
- A date (wedding date, anniversary, milestone birthday)
- A short message (up to ~30 characters recommended for readability)
- A monogram (initials in serif or script)
Enter your engraving text during checkout. Preview is not shown at checkout — we lay out the engraving using our standard font and spacing. If you have a specific font or layout in mind, email Support@epicureancook.com after ordering.
Perfect for
- Wedding gifts. Engrave the couple's names + wedding date. Presented in a matte-finish gift box with foam cutouts.
- Anniversary gifts. Especially milestone anniversaries (10th, 25th, 50th).
- Corporate gifts. Engrave the recipient's name + your company's mark. High-perceived-value gift for executive send-offs, retirements, or top-performer awards.
- Housewarming for a serious cook. Engrave the new address or "Established [year]."
- 50th birthday / retirement. The kind of gift someone remembers who gave it — engraving makes it un-transferable.
What comes in the set
- 8" Chef's Knife (203mm) — the daily workhorse
- 7" Santoku Knife (178mm) — fish, paper-thin veg, precision slicing
- 7" Nakiri Knife (178mm) — straight-edge vegetable chopping
- 7" Cleaver Knife (178mm) — produce (not bones)
- 8" Bread Knife (203mm) — serrated, for crusty loaves and tomatoes
- 6" Boning Knife (152mm) — poultry, fish, trimming silverskin
- 5" Utility Knife (127mm) — mid-size prep, cheese, deli meat
- 4" Paring Knife (102mm) — garnish, peeling, precision detail
- Presentation gift box with foam cutouts for each knife
Full blade specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Construction | Real forged (not laser-etched) |
| Layer count | 67 total layers (33 per side + 1 core) |
| Cutting core steel | 10Cr15CoMoV (VG-class chemistry) |
| Hardness | HRC 60±2 |
| Edge angle | 15° per side (30° inclusive) |
| Handle | Cerulean-blue burl resin around real wood, riveted through |
| Engraving | Blade — name, date, message, or monogram (specify at checkout) |
| Lead time | Approximately 14 business days (production + shipping) |
| Returns | Custom engraved sets are final sale unless damaged |
| Warranty | 2-Year Epicurean Promise — handles + edge chipping covered |
How lead time and returns work on engraved sets
Lead time: Because each set is made-to-order with your custom engraving, please allow approximately 14 business days from order date to delivery. This includes production time at our supplier plus standard shipping. If you need it faster for a specific date, email Support@epicureancook.com before ordering and we'll tell you if expedite is possible.
Returns: Because engraved sets are custom-made specifically for you, they are final sale. This is standard across the personalized-goods industry — no seller can resell an engraved item to another buyer. If your set arrives damaged or the engraving is wrong versus what you entered at checkout, we replace it at no cost — email us within 7 days of delivery with a photo.
The 2-Year Epicurean Promise
Every knife we sell is backed by our 2-Year Epicurean Promise. If a handle fails under normal residential kitchen use within 2 years, we cover the cost of that knife — replacement or refund, your choice. Send us one photo showing our logo and we'll make it right. No fine print, no receipts required, and no upsell for extended coverage — it's already included at the price on the tag. Read the full 2-Year Epicurean Promise.
How to care for Damascus knives
- Hand-wash only, dry immediately. Never dishwasher. Dishwasher detergent attacks the softer outer Damascus cladding and the tumbling cycle nicks the edge.
- Store on a magnetic bar, in a wooden knife block, or in a blade sheath. Loose in a drawer = dinged edge.
- Cut on wood or soft plastic. Never glass, ceramic, or stone. Never cut bones or frozen food — those chip a Damascus edge fast.
- Hone before each use with a ceramic rod. Realigns the edge micro-serrations. Takes 10 seconds.
- Sharpen with a whetstone once or twice a year. The 10Cr15CoMoV core responds beautifully to a 1000/6000-grit stone.
Also in the Tidal Collection (non-engraved)
- Tidal Red 8pc (non-engraved) — $325
- Tidal Black 8pc — $325
- Tidal Red 8pc — $325
- Tidal Red Engraved 8pc — $349
Ships free anywhere in the United States
Every US order ships free, dispatched in 1-3 business days. Standard delivery in 3-7 business days. 30-day return policy on unused product in original packaging.
Author: Mike Kyle, Owner, The Epicurean Cook (596 Retail LLC). USPTO Reg. No. 8307059.
Care Instructions
Hand wash only with warm water and mild soap. Never put Damascus knives in the dishwasher. Dry immediately after washing. Store in the presentation box or on a magnetic strip. Hone regularly and sharpen with a whetstone as needed.
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