Sharpening Services

Element Knife Company specializes in wet grinding and hand sharpening using ceramic and diamond water stones. These techniques provide the sharpest edges. Knives can be dropped off at the shop during business hours. We operate on a first come first serve basis. Current turnaround times are 1-2 days depending on volume of the queue. We will contact you once your order is completed and ready for pickup at your convenience.
Sharpening On Wet Stone
Sharpening A Kitchen Knife On A Nano Hone Stone

Sharpening Rates

• Double-Bevel (Wet Stone) — $2.50 per inch
• Ceramic Knives — $2.50 per inch
• Single-Bevel — $5 per inch
• Pocket Knives — $5 per inch

Repair Rates

• Broken Tips — Starting at $10
• Chipped Edges — Starting at $10
• Re-profiling — Starting at $15
• Thinning — Starting at $35
• Bolster Grinding — Starting at $10
• Handle Replacement (Western) — $85
• Handle Replacement (Japanese) — Cost of handle plus $25 labor
• Ceramic Stone Flattening — Starting at $15
**We only service clean knives. Dirty Knives will incur a $10 fee.

We do NOT currently sharpen:

• Serrated Knives
• Scissors and Shears
• Straight Razors
• Camp Knives
• Hatchets and Machetes
• Lawn Mower blades and Garden Tools