DROP OFF LOCATION FOR SHARPENING IS INSIDE OF OUR NEIGHBORHOOD BAR: Ludlow Liquors: 2959 N California Ave. Drop-off or pick-up anytime the bar is open. Fill out a work order form and leave your knives with one of the staff. Don't forget to grab a beer! Please note that the knives will be ready in 1-3 days.
A combination of whetstone & natural stone sharpening, to ensure removal of the least amount of material necessary for a razor sharp edge. Available only in Chicago
Hand Sharpening: $2.50/inch
Service Industry Discount: $2.00/inch
After extended sharpening & use, a knife’s edge will thicken as more material is removed, completely shrouding the cutting edge, making it impossible to hold an edge.
Thinning a knife brings it back to its original geometry so it cuts like brand new! Re-polishing is necessary after to bring back the original luster. Available locally only
Thinning & Polishing: Final price depends on knife condition & type
Tip and chip repair or need a full restoration? Bring your knife in person or fill out our online form on our services page.
Minor chip & tip repair: Starts at $6
For full or partial restoration, please bring your knife in for a consultation.
Custom handles bookings closed until Jan 2027. Due to the number of demands, we are currently back logged until next year!
Custom Handles: Choose from an array of carefully selected materials, including specialty woods, acrylics, and decoration. Final price dependent on material and project scope.
Custom sayas bookings closed untill Jan 2027. Due to the number of demands, we are currently back logged until next year!
Custom Sayas: Fitted wood sheaths made for your knife. All custom sayas are friction fit to the exact form of your knife for optimal protection of your blade during transport and storage. Final price dependent on material and scope.
We offer beginner to advanced classes for sharpening, knife skills, and butchery. Please keep an eye out on our website or sign up for our email list to know when classes drop.
We also offer knife curation services. Need a specific knife for a specific purpose? Just ask! From a single knife to an entire knife roll, we offer custom consultation on all your cooking needs.
— Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto