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SERVING CENTRAL AUSTIN

Your go-to stop for central Austin knife sharpening

Hand-finished sharpening for kitchen knives, shears, and garden tools — Japanese and Western alike.

How it works

Freshly sharpened within 48 hours.

Drop off your blades in central Austin and I'll sharpen each one by hand. Most jobs are back within 48 hours, sharper than the day you bought them.

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Every edge set on diamond and ceramic stones

Sharpened by hand

Every edge set on diamond and ceramic stones

Prepped for the kitchen

Reviews

Loved by Austin home cooks.

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★★★★★

Leif did a fantastic job sharpening some kitchen and pocket knives! Will definitely go to him for the rest of our sharpening needs!


Sarah Manitzas

1 month ago

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★★★★★

What a bad ass experience! I had the boys at Sharpn take on all of the knives for my staff. There were about 30 knives that they picked up and sharpened for us. They did a phenomenal job! They were extremely professional and went above and beyond to make this fun for my team. Highly recommend it!


John Martin

1 month ago

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★★★★★

Leif does an excellent job making any cutting edge sharp as new, his website makes the whole process simple and seamless, he picks up and delivers to your address, and he has a really quick turnaround. Let’s support this local entrepreneur!


Caro B

4 years ago

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★★★★★

This is a genius idea for a service that we all need and put off because it's inconvenient. By making it super easy to prepare your knives/tools and then coming by to pick them up, Leif makes this process incredibly easy, convenient, and fast! The timing couldn't be better, here in the week before Thanksgiving, and Leif's great customer service really shines through.


Wendy Salome

4 years ago

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★★★★★

Leif did a superb job in sharpening our kitchen knives AND he provided the most professional service experience I've ever received. I loved the video showcasing the before and after of the cutting quality and he thoroughly answered all questions with detailed advice. I will definitely use his services again. Leif checks all the boxes - quality, fast, affordable and easy process.


Melissa Johnson

4 years ago

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★★★★★

My knives are gorgeous once again! I have never experienced such masterful knife sharpening skills. Leif is a top notch professional - picks up and delivers, on time every time. He's made cooking fun again for me! I highly recommend this service for anyone who spends time in the kitchen. You'll be happy.


Laura Sandefer

5 years ago

Your sharpener

Every blade sharpened to brand-new quality.

Hi! I'm Leif, founder of Sharpn. I launched this business to take care of a problem that's all too common: dull knives. I've sharpened 2,300+ knives and tools since launching, serving Austin since 2021.


Leif sharpening a blade in his workshop

Leif

Founder

Japanese & WesternSingle-bevel to German chef, paring to Santoku, I sharpen to the angle your blade was built for.

Repair & restorationChipped tips, imperfect edges, neglected steel, even vintage tools brought back to like-new.

Quick local turnaroundDrop off in central Austin; most blades are ready within 48 hours, small jobs often same-day.

My grandfather was a blacksmith in Montana, so sharpening is in my blood: I apply focus, intention, and care to every knife I sharpen, so that I can make your cooking experience the best it can be.

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FAQ

Questions, answered.

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Ready when you are

Bring your blades back to life.

Located in central Austin with rapid turnaround.

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