Sharpening Services

Albert Edmonds has over 20 years of sharpening experience. All knives are sharpened free hand -- no jigs or angle guides are used -- for two reasons: 

1. Knives have different angles, requiring different techniques. Albert has learned to identify subtle differences to approach each knife uniquely.

2. Free hand sharpening allows modification, not only of the edge but the blade design, especially if the knife has sustained damage. Albert's acclaimed skill set ensures precise bevels and clean edges.

To produce the best edge possible, Seattle Edge tools are custom made for its proprietary multi-step process. A chef's knife will be sharpened and finished differently than a sushi knife, which will be sharpened differently from a fishing knife.

RATES

CUSTOM KNIVES

Albert has sharpened handmade custom knives for collectors all over the world. Custom knives often use unique alloys and have creative blade designs which takes longer to sharpen and require special attention. Custom knives must be examined before a price can be given.

TRADITIONAL SHARPENING

High quality Japanese knives must be sharpened using only water stones. (Standard, mass manufactured Japanese kitchen knives do not require stone sharpening) Stone sharpening is only offered for traditional, handmade Japanese and custom knives. Traditional stone sharpening is $3.50 per inch. Single bevel sharpening (yanagiba, deba, usuba etc) is $4.00 per inch.

LOANER KNIVES

Seattle Edge offers loaner knives and are offered on a first come, first serve basis. All loaner knives must be returned upon pick up. If all loaner knives are not returned, you may be charged for replacement. Please treat loaner knives with respect and use them as you would use your own knives. If a loaner knife is returned damaged, a $5.00 per damaged knife charge will be added to your order. Check your kitchen twice for loaners before coming to pick up your cutlery!