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If you want to try your hand at re-etching it yourself, check out this pdf from the Damasteel website :http://www.damasteel.se/files/3514/5986/0902/Data_Sheet_Martensitic_Damascus_Patterned_Steel.pdf
If you scroll down to the section on etching it recommends 3 different ways of getting different levels of contrast.
Not saying anyone should have to do this on a new knife themselves, just saying it's an option.
NOTE: ONLY do this if you're comfortable with the safety procedures of working with strong acids
Another thought might be asking around on some of the knife forums, I'm sure people must offer the service, but I have no idea what they'd charge. Again, just an idea. I'd offer, but my etching experience is limited to electric etching, or chemical etching of carbon steels with much milder things such as vinegar, mustard, etc
Or just sell them at a profit between MD pricing and retail pricing lol