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August 2022 by Halei J.
I used to come here quite often, I actually used to go to their previous store in Kerrisdale when I worked in the area, but after my last visit I don't think I'll be back. As another reviewer mentioned, his knives were tarnished. Mine were also tarnished and discolored. Seems like too much heat or something, just carelessness in my opinion. Shouldn't happen. I mean I only brought my cheaper knives here, never my nice Japanese knives. He uses like a grinder/electric sharpener not a whetstone (done by hand). Also on my last visit besides the discoloring, they did not stay sharp for long either. They got dull really fast. I think I came originally cuz his prices were pretty good, but the last few years the price has gone up a lot and I get it everything is expensive now but he didn't even do a good job. There is pay parking outside.....
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May 2021 by B D.
I've been going to this place for years, as they always did a great job, had a special price for five knives, etc. It used to be an older gentleman running things but it looks like it's been turned over to someone else to run. I took my knives in a couple weeks ago and the price to get my knives sharpened had doubled. The younger person working said they hadn't had the five knife special for "years" but that's not quite true. Anyway, no matter, I knew they did a good job so the price was fine. However, all my sharpened knives came back discoloured, like they had been exposed to too much heat. I'm doing some research to figure out if this affects performance but it really looks awful. I'll be finding someplace else for my future sharpening needs, unless someone can tell me that this is normal.
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October 2020 by Kira L.
Recently, I took my 10-year-old-never-been-sharpened knives to the Sharpening House. What a great experience! The staff was friendly and helpful, the service was fast, and really reasonably priced. It cost a lot less than I was expecting. They also gave me some information on knife care and sharpening at home (I had been doing it wrong), which was great. I am definitely going back and highly recommend them!
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August 2019 by Martin M.
Fantastic and quick sharpening of two chefs knives. Ready in an hour on a Saturday. Really friendly front counter amd great pricing. I will be back.
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July 2019 by Colene C.
I haven't sharpened my knives, ever. This is probably a common occurrence for the average person. But when you think of how often you use your knives in everyday cooking, they really do deserve a good sharpening every so often. I brought two of my workhorse knives in (kitchen knives I use on the daily), as well as my kitchen scissors. I was greeted warmly and with friendly service. Even better, they do it all same day! I was able to return just a couple hours later to my VERY sharp knives and scissors. Two long blade knives ($10 ea) and scissors ($9) are ultra sharp now. Highly recommended!
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October 2018 by Brittany Joscak
Best sharpener around
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July 2018 by Vida M.
I dropped off three pair of scissors and a dozen knives to be sharpened, one weekday afternoon. Expecting to wait a day or two for this larger order, I was surprised to learn that all work would be completed by closing time (5pm). A few hours later I returned to pick up my knives and scissors. I was delighted to see the quality of the work. Some of the blades had bent over the years, and they were straightened. My scissors and my knives are now razor-blade sharp and I am a happy camper. The store displays all prices in its window facing out, so there are no surprises. Payment is cash or debit only. Overall, a very friendly, knowledgeable and prompt service - highly recommended !!
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May 2018 by Dustin Murray
Fast prompt service. Offers pickup and delivery service of your sharpening instruments along with low cost
