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
Tell me what you would like sharpened, how many items you have and which location suits you.
I will confirm whether I can sharpen them, the likely price and an appointment time.
For maps and full addresses, click here.
Bring your tools to me
Please do not arrive without an appointment, as I may be working away from the location.
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.
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
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
Pay by cash, bank transfer or card when you collect your tools.
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.
Final prices may depend on the condition, size, design and work required. I will discuss any extra cost before starting.
Prices correct as of September 2026, subject to change
Chisels:
£10 under 16mm
£20 over 16mm
Lawn mower blades: £5-10
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Add £2 if the blade needs to be removed and refitted.
Secateurs: £6 per pair
Plane irons: £8 each
Saw chains: £10 each
Hedge, topiary and garden shears: From £10
I will inspect these before confirming that they can be sharpened safely and effectively.
Axes: £10 each
Double-bevel knives: From £5
Home, restaurant and pocket knives
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.
These knives require specialist care, especially if the edge is damaged or the knife needs repair.
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.
Tailor’s and upholstery scissors: £13 per pair
Dressmaking scissors: £10 per pair
Hair scissors: £30 per pair
Find more information here
Other household scissors: £5 per pair
Includes embroidery, kitchen and general-purpose scissors.
Selected medical instruments: From £5
Includes:
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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
This list may change as the service develops.
Contact me first when you are unsure about an item.
