{"product_id":"damascus-chef-knife-8-inch-blue-burl","title":"Tidal Blue – 8\" Chef Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe chef's knife does more work than any other blade in your kitchen. \u003cbr\u003eThis one is built to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eForged from high-carbon steel wrapped in 67 layers of hand-folded \u003cbr\u003eDamascus, this 8\" chef's knife delivers the edge retention, balance, and \u003cbr\u003erazor sharpness that professional kitchens depend on. The flowing Damascus \u003cbr\u003ewave pattern is the result of the layering process itself — beauty born \u003cbr\u003efrom performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blue burl resin handle is uniquely patterned on every knife\u003cbr\u003efood-safe certified, and shaped for comfort through extended prep sessions. \u003cbr\u003eSolid Build ensures perfect balance from tip to heel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Blade length: 8\"\u003cbr\u003e- Construction: High-carbon steel core, 67-layer Damascus\u003cbr\u003e- Edge angle: 15° double bevel\u003cbr\u003e- Hardness: 60± HRC\u003cbr\u003e- Handle: Blue burl resin\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest for: mincing, chopping, slicing, dicing, and breaking down proteins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand wash only — never the dishwasher. Rinse with warm soapy water after \u003cbr\u003eeach use and dry the blade immediately with a soft cloth to prevent water \u003cbr\u003espots and oxidation. The high-carbon steel core is high-carbon steel, which performs \u003cbr\u003ebetter than stainless but requires a little more care. Store on a magnetic \u003cbr\u003estrip or in a block to protect the edge. Hone before each use and sharpen \u003cbr\u003ewhen needed with a whetstone for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping on every US order.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Epicurean Chef","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47954517131499,"sku":"5C-7EJ1-CXCJ","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0799\/2885\/2715\/files\/damascus-blue-burl-tidal-series-individual-chef-knife-gift-box.png?v=1774195308","url":"https:\/\/theepicureanchef.com\/products\/damascus-chef-knife-8-inch-blue-burl","provider":"The Epicurean Chef","version":"1.0","type":"link"}