Drop-off sharpening
for your tools
What tools need sharpenening?
Choose your tool to jump directly to the prices
How drop-off sharpening works
Drop-off is available in Langport and St Albans by appointment only.
Call first
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Tell me what you would like sharpened, how many items you have and which location suits you.
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I will confirm whether I can sharpen them, the likely price and an appointment time.
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For maps and full addresses, click here.
​Bring your tools to me
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Please do not arrive without an appointment, as I may be working away from the location.
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For safety, wrap sharp tools securely in thick cardboard or a folded towel before travelling.
​Choose what works for your day
Most jobs take from around one hour, depending on the tool, its condition and how many items you bring.
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You can:
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have a coffee or lunch nearby
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run errands while I work
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collect your tools later that day
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arrange to return on another day
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I will confirm the collection time before you leave, or contact you later by phone or message once your tools are ready.
​Collect your sharpened tools
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Pay by cash, bank transfer or card when you collect your tools.
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Please take extra care when carrying your tools home, as they will be much sharper after the service.
07341 628018
Price list
The prices below cover the tools I work with most often. I can sharpen many other items, so contact me when your tool is not listed.
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Final prices may depend on the condition, size, design and work required. I will discuss any extra cost before starting.
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Prices correct as of September 2026, subject to change
Chisels:
£10 under 16mm
£20 over 16mm
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Lawn mower blades: £5-10
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Add £2 if the blade needs to be removed and refitted.
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Secateurs: £6 per pair
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Plane irons: £8 each
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Saw chains: £10 each
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Hedge, topiary and garden shears: From £10
I will inspect these before confirming that they can be sharpened safely and effectively.
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Axes: £10 each
Double-bevel knives: From £5
Home, restaurant and pocket knives
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Single-bevel knives: From £20
Single-bevel knives are common in traditional Japanese knife designs. They are sharpened on one side, with the other side usually slightly concave.
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These knives require specialist care, especially if the edge is damaged or the knife needs repair.
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The final price depends on the knife’s size, condition and edge.
​Pet grooming scissors: £20 per pair
Includes straight, curved and thinning grooming scissors.
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Tailor’s and upholstery scissors: £13 per pair
Dressmaking scissors: £10 per pair
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Hair scissors: £30 per pair
Find more information here​​
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Other household scissors: £5 per pair
Includes embroidery, kitchen and general-purpose scissors.
Selected medical instruments: From £5
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ligature cutters
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surgical scissors
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dental scissors
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elevators
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curettes
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scalers
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bone cutters​​
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other instruments
I don't sharpen:
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Clipper blades
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Swords, daggers and other weapons
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Throwing knives
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Saw blades
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Straight guilotines
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This list may change as the service develops.
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Contact me first when you are unsure about an item.
