Grand Rapids and Mail Order Knife Sharpening Info
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Standard Knife Sharpening
I examine every knife that I sharpen to check for damage and to assess the blade profile and geometry. Once I have fixed any damage, I will thin the blade down by creating a back bevel behind the cutting edge. This is often done with variable speed belts or a water-cooled wheel. Finally, I expertly sharpen the edge bevel and hone it to razor sharpness. If you are getting a hand sharpened edge, then the edge bevel will be sharpened and honed on Japanese waterstones. On a carbon steel knife, I will also put a light coat of camellia oil on the blade to prevent rust.
Standard Knife Sharpening Prices
- Knife - $1.25 per blade inch - ($6 minimum per knife blade)
- Knife (hand sharpened edge) - $2.00 per blade inch - ($12 minimum per knife blade)
- Serrated knife - $1.50 per blade inch - ($8 minimum per knife blade)
- Meat cleaver - $1.50 per blade inch - ($8 minimum per knife blade)
- Scandinavian ground blade (without a microbevel) - $4.00 per blade inch - ($30 minimum per knife blade)
Japanese Knife Sharpening
I start by examining the blade to check for damage as well as observe the blade’s profile and geometry. After fixing any problems, I begin by sharpening the shinogi line. After I have finished sharpening the shinogi line, I then sharpen the edge. If it is a single bevel knife, I also do uraoshi sharpening. I then polish the blade road to the desired look. Finally, I finish by polishing the cutting edge on fine Japanese waterstones. If it is a carbon steel knife, I will also put a light coat of camellia oil on the blade to prevent rust.
Japanese Knife Sharpening Prices
- Double bevel Japanese knife - $2.00 per blade inch - ($12 minimum per knife blade)
- Single bevel Japanese knife - $3.10 per blade inch - ($25 minimum per knife blade)
- Deba - $4.00 per blade inch - ($30 minimum per knife blade)
Knife Blade Repair
If your knife blade has any damage to it (such as nicks, chips, bends, broken tips, etc.), I will repair it when I sharpen it. When a large amount of steel must be removed, then I will use variable speed belts or a water-cooled wheel followed by Japanese waterstones.
Blade Repair Prices
- Standard Repairs - $1.00 - $6.00
- Bolster reduction
- Broken tip repair
- Blade shape restoration
- Bent tip repair
- Re-serrating
- Extensive Repairs - Estimate given at drop off or when I receive the item in the mail.
- Bolster reduction
- Broken tip repair
- Blade shape restoration
- Bent tip repair
- Re-serrating
- Blade thinning
- Japanese knife repair
Products
Prices
- Gift certificate - $10 and up
- Smooth steel (straight) including tax - $32.00
Other items
I also sharpen various other items. Click here for a list with prices.
Please note the following:
Pocket knives are charged per blade.
Extra charges may be made for items that need repair. I do not repair handles. If extra charges are necessary, I will advise you before proceeding.
Blades should be clean when they arrive for sharpening.
I sharpen each individual serration on a serrated knife. I will re-serrate knives if necessary.
I do not sharpen double edged knives.
If I am unable to sharpen your item, then I will return it to you with an explanation.
If you have questions, please contact me here.
