Is $399.99 a good price for this set?

It is the best new price among 8 stores as of November 7, 2026, at Macy's. There is no long price history to compare against, so judge it against similar 9-piece forged sets rather than waiting for a drop.

How does Rockwell 53 compare to other Japanese knives?

It is softer. Most Japanese knives run 58–61, which holds an edge longer but chips more easily. At 53 the iD3 is tougher and easier to sharpen but needs honing more often.

What knives are in the 9-piece set?

The set includes a paring knife with a 3.5-inch straight edge plus straight and serrated blades for slicing vegetables, fruit and meat, all stored in the egg block. The listing does not name every blade, so check the box contents before buying.

How much counter space does the block need?

About 9.4 by 12.2 inches of footprint and 17.4 inches of height, at 15.21 lbs. Measure your clearance under upper cabinets before ordering.

How do I clean the knives?

No special cleaning is required per the specs. Hand washing and drying right away is still the safer habit for forged steel and keeps the polymer handles looking new.

Is it worth it over a cheaper block set?

You are paying for the forged Japanese steel and the egg-shaped block design. If you want maximum edge retention, spend more on harder steel; if you want a good-looking complete set, this covers the basics.

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Cuisine::pro iD3 The Egg Knife Block 9 Piece

Name: Cuisine::pro iD3 The Egg Knife Block 9 Piece
Brand: Cuisine::pro
Rating: 4.4 (12 reviews)

Deal score 9.2 · Unreal

$399.99$1,300.00 Macy's regular price

You save $900.01 at Macy's

Deal.ai's agents found this deal on November 7. The store may have changed its price since.

Why it's a great deal

Elsewhere right now: Nordstrom $399.99, Wayfair $499.99, JCPenney $499.99, and 3 more (typical $503.49 across 6 stores)
Macy's lists its regular price at $1,300.00: 69% off by its own figures

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Specs

Number Of Pieces: 9
Blade Edge Type: Straight Edge, Serrated
Blade Length: 9 cm/3.5 in (Paring Knife)
Blade Material: Stainless Steel, Japanese steel
Blade Sharpness: Sharpened to a precise 15-degree angle
Blade Construction: Forged
Blade Hardness: Rockwell 53
Cleaning Instructions: No special cleaning required
Design Type: Knife Set
Design Style: Japanese

About the Cuisine::pro iD3 The Egg Knife Block 9 Piece

The Cuisine::pro iD3 The Egg is a 9-piece forged knife set in a white, egg-shaped stainless steel block with an acacia wood rim. Blades are Japanese steel hardened to Rockwell 53 and sharpened to a 15-degree edge, with white synthetic polymer handles textured with iD3 microdots for grip. The block is large and heavy at 15.21 lbs and 17.4 inches tall, so it needs real counter space. The best new price is $399.99 at Macy's as of November 7, 2026, with 8 stores listing it new.

Best forHome cooks who want one matching set on the counterBuyers who prefer a design-forward block over a plain wooden oneKitchen setups with spare counter depth and heightShoppers who like Japanese-style blades at a mid-range set price

Pros

Forged Japanese steel blades with a sharp 15-degree edge
Microdot handle texture gives a secure grip
Egg-shaped block doubles as a counter display piece
Includes a paring knife and serrated blade alongside the main knives
Straight and serrated edges cover produce, meat and bread

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