Whetstone & Machine Knife Sharpening Services in NYC

SHARPENING

We offer same day precision sharpening for knives, scissors and tools—whether for professional use or from your home. We specialize in Japanese knives and offer traditional hand on whetstone sharpening. We also offer sharpening using a low rpm belt machine along with a Tormek T8 machine; a versatile water-cooled sharpening system that gives the highest quality results.

Sharpening Rates

Machine Sharpening

Machine Sharpening: $2.25 Per Inch 

Machine Specialty Edges : $3 Per Inch

(Single Bevels, 70/30, 80/20)

Pocket Knives: $10  

Serrated Knives: $3 Per Inch

Whetstone Sharpening

Double Bevels: $4.00 Per Inch 

Specialty Bevels: $5.00 Per Inch

(Single Bevels, 70/30, 80/20)

Repairs

Tips and Chips: $10 

(We charge $10 for chips that are deeper than a dime and $10 to re-profile a tip). 

 Scissors/Shears

Small Shears: $10

Large Shears: $15

 Tools

Starting at $15

Machetes: $3 an inch

Shears/Pruners: $15 and up 

Extra

$10 Surcharge for jumping the line

 

We assess each knife and discuss with you the preferred method for sharpening; taking into account blade type, material and quality.

We offer repairs to knives, after assessing the level of repair needed. We fix chips and tips and re-profile knives when necessary.

​We also sell a curated selection of exquisite culinary knives on the truck meticulously crafted by world-renowned manufacturers.

 

*We offer lifetime free sharpening for knives purchased from us.

Knife Sharpening Locations Across NYC

Green Point Knives brings professional knife sharpening services to neighborhoods across New York City. Our mobile knife sharpening truck visits Greenpoint, Williamsburg, and other Brooklyn locations weekly, plus regular stops on the Upper West Side in Manhattan. Whether you need whetstone sharpening for your Japanese knives or machine sharpening for your everyday kitchen knives, we offer same-day service right in your NYC neighborhood.

View our weekly knife sharpening schedule and locations →

Frequently Asked Questions About Knife Sharpening in NYC

How much does knife sharpening cost in NYC?

At Green Point Knives, our machine sharpening costs $2.25 per inch of blade and whetstone sharpening costs $5 per inch. Most chef's knives (8-10 inches) cost between $18–$50 depending on the method. We also offer free lifetime sharpening for knives purchased from us.

Where can I get my knives sharpened in Brooklyn?

Green Point Knives offers weekly knife sharpening at locations throughout Brooklyn including Greenpoint, Williamsburg, and other neighborhoods. Our mobile knife truck visits different spots each week—check our Locations page for the current schedule.

What is the difference between whetstone and machine sharpening?

Whetstone sharpening uses traditional Japanese water stones to create a refined, razor-sharp edge by hand. It's ideal for high-end Japanese knives like gyuto, santoku, and nakiri. Machine sharpening uses our Tormek water-cooled system for consistent results at a lower cost, and works great for Western-style and everyday kitchen knives.

How long does knife sharpening take?

Green Point Knives offers same-day knife sharpening service at our NYC truck locations. Most knives take 5–15 minutes depending on condition and the sharpening method chosen. No appointment needed—just visit us at one of our weekly Brooklyn or Manhattan locations.

Do you sharpen Japanese knives?

Yes! Green Point Knives specializes in Japanese knife sharpening in NYC. We carry and sharpen premium Japanese brands like Kikuichi, and our whetstone method is specifically designed for the harder steel and thinner geometry of Japanese kitchen knives.

Do you offer knife sharpening in Manhattan?

Yes, Green Point Knives serves Manhattan with our mobile knife sharpening truck. We regularly visit the Upper West Side and other Manhattan neighborhoods. Check our weekly schedule for specific dates and locations throughout NYC.