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We don’t make knives, we make them better.

With Mr. Sharpe there is NEVER a DULL moment.

  • In-Person or Mail-In Sharpening
  • Fast, Razor-Sharp Results
  • Trusted by Pros & Home Cooks

400+ Kitchens Served

Fast Turnaround Times

Mobile Sharpening On Demand

Slicers, Shears & Specialty Tools

Approved by LA’s Top Chefs

400+ Kitchens Served

Fast Turnaround Times

Mobile Sharpening On Demand

Slicers, Shears & Specialty Tools

Approved by LA’s Top Chefs

400+ Kitchens Served

Fast Turnaround Times

Mobile Sharpening On Demand

Slicers, Shears & Specialty Tools

Approved by LA’s Top Chefs

We sharpen your Favorite Brands
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Knives For Sale

OUR SERVICES

 
Sharpening near you

In person sharpening

Have your knives sharpened at the Mr. Sharpe shop, utilize our weekly and monthly services at our retail partners partners, or find us a farmers market near you.

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Send your knives

sharpe by mail

Not near us? No problem. Ship your knives to our shop in Signal Hill, and we’ll sharpen and return them within 48 hours of arrival. It’s fast, safe, and trusted by chefs across the country. Sharpening by mail has never been easier.

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we come to you

Mobile Sharpening Services

Our fully-outfitted sharpening van services commercial kitchens, restaurants, and serious home cooks. Book a visit and get razor-sharp results right outside your door.

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Visit Our Shop

Come see where the magic happens. Our retail and sharpening shop is stocked with hand-selected knives, sharpening tools, and kitchen essentials. Walk in welcome for same-day sharpening, expert advice, or just to geek out on gear with us.

  • Same Day knife sharpening available
  • Shop premium knives and tools
  • Talk one-on-one with real sharpening pros

See the Difference

Before
After

From well-worn chef knives to dulled grooming shears, our process brings your tools back to peak performance with clean edges, polished finishes, and no shortcuts.

  • Sharper Than New
    Hand-honed to a precise, lasting edge that pros notice
  • No Scorch Marks or Scratches
    We treat your tools with care no rough belts, no burn marks
  • Longer Tool Life
    Restore and reuse instead of replacing quality sharpening saves you money
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After

How It Works

Pack & Ship

Secure your knives in a sturdy package and send them using our prepaid shipping label. We’ll notify you when they arrive.

We Sharpen Within 48 Hours

Our experts sharpen and inspect each knife by hand, no machines, no shortcuts.

Sharp Knives, Delivered Back

We ship your blades back razor-sharp and ready to use. Most orders are turned around within 2–3 days total.

Drop Off Your Knives

Visit any of our trusted retail partners and leave your knives with the staff.

We Handle the Rest

We pick up, sharpen, and return your knives usually within 48 hours.

Pick Up & Get Back to Cooking

Grab your knives from the same spot, sharper than ever.

Book a Visit

Choose your date and tell us what tools need sharpening. We’ll confirm your appointment.

On-Site Sharpening

Our mobile van arrives fully equipped. We sharpen everything on the spot fast and professional.

Get Back to Work, Sharper Than Ever

No downtime. Just clean, precise tools ready to go.

WHERE TO FIND US

Whether you're booking mobile service, mailing in your knives, or dropping by the shop we make it easy to get sharpened.

Leucadia Farmers Market
Hours
First Sunday of the month
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hillcrest Farmers Market
Hours
Second Sunday of the month
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
La Jolla Open Aire Market
Hours
Last Sunday of the month
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Vineyard Farmers Market - Fresno
Hours
Every 3rd week of the month
Wed: 2 to 5 p.m. | Sat. 7 a.m. to noon
Monarch Bay Shopping Plaza
Surfas Culinary
Mondays
Drop off by Monday, 9am at the latest.
Koontz Hardware
Mondays
Drop off by Monday 9am, pick up after Noon.
Fatty Mart
Mondays
Drop off on Monday when store opens, pick up after 3pm
Billings Hardware
Culver City Ace Hardware
Torrance Industrial Ace Hardware
Shore Business Center
Thurdays
Drop off by 10am on Thursday at the latest, pick up after 5pm
The Shop
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Shop Hours
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 9am to 4:30pm
Wednesday - 9am to 1pm
Thursday & Friday - 9am to 1pm
Saturday - 9am to 1pm
Sunday - Closed

Our values

Behind every edge we hone is a set of standards we never compromise on. These values guide how we work, how we serve, and how we sharpen.

Precision Over Everything

We believe sharpness is a craft, not a commodity. Every blade deserves our full attention and every customer deserves results they can feel.

Service That Shows Up

Whether we’re rolling up in the van or sending out a mail-in kit, we deliver sharpening that’s fast, frictionless, and always professional.

Tools That Always Last

We don’t just sharpen we help people take care of their tools, extend their lifespan, and get more out of the things they use every day.

Not Sure what You need?

Tell us what you’re working with, and we’ll point you to the right sharpening service or tool for the job. Quick, honest advice, no guesswork required.

Hear From The Pros

Top chefs, kitchen managers, and home cooks all say the same thing: once you go sharp, you don’t go back.

“This place is great. Locally owned and Melvin was so helpful. Asked me about knives I had and what needed to be done. Great pricing and very quick. I waited 10 mins and everything came out super sharp. Everyone should get their knives sharpened more often.”

“First time customer at Mr. Sharpe's truck at the La Jolla farmer's market. Very fine work on my 2 knives. Needed a little redo on the kitchens shears, and then they were free of nicks which I wasn't sure was possible! Friendly guy and good pricing.”

“I'm so glad I found this company while I was searching for knife sharpening services. I was considering online mail-in services, but I did not like the idea of sending them out and waiting a few days to get them back.”

"I recently used Mr. Sharpe Knives and Sharpening and couldn't be more satisfied. The service quality was outstanding, my dull knives came back razor sharp and in pristine condition. ”

“I'm so glad I found this company while I was searching for knife sharpening services. I was considering online mail-in services, but I did not like the idea of sending them out and waiting a few days to get them back.”

“First time customer at Mr. Sharpe's truck at the La Jolla farmer's market. Very fine work on my 2 knives. Needed a little redo on the kitchens shears, and then they were free of nicks which I wasn't sure was possible! Friendly guy and good pricing.”

“This place is great. Locally owned and Melvin was so helpful. Asked me about knives I had and what needed to be done. Great pricing and very quick. I waited 10 mins and everything came out super sharp. Everyone should get their knives sharpened more often.”

I recently used Mr. Sharpe Knives and Sharpening and couldn't be more satisfied. The service quality was outstanding, my dull knives came back razor sharp and in pristine condition. ”

“This place is great. Locally owned and Melvin was so helpful. Asked me about knives I had and what needed to be done. Great pricing and very quick. I waited 10 mins and everything came out super sharp. Everyone should get their knives sharpened more often.”

“First time customer at Mr. Sharpe's truck at the La Jolla farmer's market. Very fine work on my 2 knives. Needed a little redo on the kitchens shears, and then they were free of nicks which I wasn't sure was possible! Friendly guy and good pricing.”

“I'm so glad I found this company while I was searching for knife sharpening services. I was considering online mail-in services, but I did not like the idea of sending them out and waiting a few days to get them back.”

"I recently used Mr. Sharpe Knives and Sharpening and couldn't be more satisfied. The service quality was outstanding, my dull knives came back razor sharp and in pristine condition. ”

“I'm so glad I found this company while I was searching for knife sharpening services. I was considering online mail-in services, but I did not like the idea of sending them out and waiting a few days to get them back.”

“First time customer at Mr. Sharpe's truck at the La Jolla farmer's market. Very fine work on my 2 knives. Needed a little redo on the kitchens shears, and then they were free of nicks which I wasn't sure was possible! Friendly guy and good pricing.”

“This place is great. Locally owned and Melvin was so helpful. Asked me about knives I had and what needed to be done. Great pricing and very quick. I waited 10 mins and everything came out super sharp. Everyone should get their knives sharpened more often.”

I recently used Mr. Sharpe Knives and Sharpening and couldn't be more satisfied. The service quality was outstanding, my dull knives came back razor sharp and in pristine condition. ”

“This place is great. Locally owned and Melvin was so helpful. Asked me about knives I had and what needed to be done. Great pricing and very quick. I waited 10 mins and everything came out super sharp. Everyone should get their knives sharpened more often.”

“First time customer at Mr. Sharpe's truck at the La Jolla farmer's market. Very fine work on my 2 knives. Needed a little redo on the kitchens shears, and then they were free of nicks which I wasn't sure was possible! Friendly guy and good pricing.”

“I'm so glad I found this company while I was searching for knife sharpening services. I was considering online mail-in services, but I did not like the idea of sending them out and waiting a few days to get them back.”

"I recently used Mr. Sharpe Knives and Sharpening and couldn't be more satisfied. The service quality was outstanding, my dull knives came back razor sharp and in pristine condition. ”

“I'm so glad I found this company while I was searching for knife sharpening services. I was considering online mail-in services, but I did not like the idea of sending them out and waiting a few days to get them back.”

“First time customer at Mr. Sharpe's truck at the La Jolla farmer's market. Very fine work on my 2 knives. Needed a little redo on the kitchens shears, and then they were free of nicks which I wasn't sure was possible! Friendly guy and good pricing.”

“This place is great. Locally owned and Melvin was so helpful. Asked me about knives I had and what needed to be done. Great pricing and very quick. I waited 10 mins and everything came out super sharp. Everyone should get their knives sharpened more often.”

I recently used Mr. Sharpe Knives and Sharpening and couldn't be more satisfied. The service quality was outstanding, my dull knives came back razor sharp and in pristine condition. ”

“This place is great. Locally owned and Melvin was so helpful. Asked me about knives I had and what needed to be done. Great pricing and very quick. I waited 10 mins and everything came out super sharp. Everyone should get their knives sharpened more often.”

“First time customer at Mr. Sharpe's truck at the La Jolla farmer's market. Very fine work on my 2 knives. Needed a little redo on the kitchens shears, and then they were free of nicks which I wasn't sure was possible! Friendly guy and good pricing.”

“I'm so glad I found this company while I was searching for knife sharpening services. I was considering online mail-in services, but I did not like the idea of sending them out and waiting a few days to get them back.”

"I recently used Mr. Sharpe Knives and Sharpening and couldn't be more satisfied. The service quality was outstanding, my dull knives came back razor sharp and in pristine condition. ”

“I'm so glad I found this company while I was searching for knife sharpening services. I was considering online mail-in services, but I did not like the idea of sending them out and waiting a few days to get them back.”

“First time customer at Mr. Sharpe's truck at the La Jolla farmer's market. Very fine work on my 2 knives. Needed a little redo on the kitchens shears, and then they were free of nicks which I wasn't sure was possible! Friendly guy and good pricing.”

“This place is great. Locally owned and Melvin was so helpful. Asked me about knives I had and what needed to be done. Great pricing and very quick. I waited 10 mins and everything came out super sharp. Everyone should get their knives sharpened more often.”

I recently used Mr. Sharpe Knives and Sharpening and couldn't be more satisfied. The service quality was outstanding, my dull knives came back razor sharp and in pristine condition. ”

Frequently asked questions

Got questions? You’re not the first and we’ve got you covered. Here’s what most folks want to know before they sharpen with us.

How long does sharpening take?

In-shop drop-offs are typically ready the same day or within 24 hours. Mail-in orders are turned around within 48 hours of arrival. Mobile appointments are completed on-site during your scheduled visit.

Do you sharpen more than just kitchen knives?

Yes! We also sharpen shears, scissors, clippers, garden tools, and some specialty blades. Whether you’re a barber, florist, or home cook, we’ve probably sharpened something just like it. Have a question about a specific tool? Just ask we’re happy to help.

How do I safely package my knives for mail-in sharpening?

We make it easy. Every mail-in kit includes:

  • A prepaid shipping label
  • A secure blade sleeve
  • Step-by-step packing instructions

Don’t have a kit? You can still send your knives just wrap the blades securely, use a strong box, and make sure nothing moves around during shipping.

What if my knives are chipped, rusted, or really dull?

We’ve seen it all and we can usually fix it.

  • Chips? We’ll reshape the edge.
  • Rust? We’ll clean and restore.
  • Super dull? That’s what we’re here for.

Our team will always let you know if a blade is beyond repair but 9 times out of 10, we can bring it back to life.

Can I trust you with my favorite knife?

Absolutely. This is what we do. We sharpen thousands of knives every year from heirloom blades to chef-grade workhorses and treat each one like it’s our own. Our process is hands-on, precise, and designed to protect your tool from damage, over-sharpening, or shortcuts.

Stay Sharp with Mr. Sharpe

Expert sharpening. Trusted service. No dull moments.
Let’s keep your blades and your kitchen in top shape.