Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Service

Knife sharpening

About us

I am a sole proprietor. I am Greg and I do all sharpening. My wife does the bookingkeeping. Truly a mom and pop shop.

Business highlights

32 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

We can sharpen most anything with an edge. Kitchen knives, scissors, saw blades, chain saws, garden equipment, etc.

Services we don't offer

push mower blade sharpening, straight razors

Amenities



Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

5.015 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-15 of 15 reviews

Elizabeth G.
02/2016
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: For 3-4 knives. Very sharp! Great communication and service

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30

Bruce P.
01/2016
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
Very fast and friendly. First time I have had my knives sharpened. I will be going back. Overall a very nice experience.
Description of Work: He sharpened eight knives for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$28

michael C.
01/2016
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Greg runs a wonderful business. He is professional and really knows the sharpening business. We took in 2 pair of scissors and he gave us a detailed explanation of how scissors worked and what was involved in sharpening and general maintenance. We took them in around 10:00 am and they were done that afternoon. The price was amazing. My wife is and avid quilter, and having things sharp and in first class working order is essential. We found out he sharpens just about everything including Roto cutter blades. Greg is now our "go to guy."

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$11

JOHN A.
12/2015
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
As plan, on schedule, very fair price...
Description of Work: Sharpen several older kitchen knives...

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$40

Stan T.
05/2015
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$65

Evelynn B.
02/2015
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I had 4 knifes sharpened. I brought them in appr. 11am and was able to pick them up at 1pm. He did a great job.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10.5

Carmen R.
01/2014
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
The service was excellent, professional and the gentleman explained what he was going to do and what I could expect from the finished service. I took an assortment of scissors and kitchen knives. He called me when they were ready to be picked up and each was individually wrapped, the points of each item slipped into a hand made protector for safety. Yes excellent service.
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

ROBERT B.
10/2013
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Service is a small family owned shop in downtown La Mesa. I had a Craftsman hedge trimmer with very dull dirty blades. Greg disassembled the hedge trimmer, soaked the blades overnight and then got them good and sharp. For $25. I also had him sharpen 7 of our kitchen knives (6 regular and one serrated). these he made so sharp he had to warn me about getting cut. Overall, the shop does a great job and they are very fast. They also offer a frequent customer discount punch card.
Description of Work: Sharpened hedge trimmer blades, 6 kitchen knives and one serrated knife.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$45

Michael F.
06/2013
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
Greg did a wonderful job. The timing was fast, and the quality was excellent. I have now used his service twice, and will go there again for any sharpening needs.
Description of Work: Sharpened circular saw blades. acerun:yes'greater than

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$35

JERRY M.
05/2013
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
Very professional and cordial. Explained the services provided and had it all done by the next day. All tools work so much better now - not just sharper, but the gardening tools open and close smoothly.
Description of Work: Sharpened gardening tools and steak knives. Cleaned and adjusted the gardening tools.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$45.5

Douglas J.
04/2013
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
I first happened to see and quot;Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Serviceand quot; in La Mesa City Center while I was across the street on a pizza run. I dropped in while waiting on the pizza and checked the shop out. I have wanted to find a competent blade sharpener for years and after a discussion with him I decided to bring in a couple of knives that sat in a drawer for years; too valuable to throw away but too important to turn over to just anyone with a file and grindstone. The results were excellent, the atmosphere was pleasant and welcoming and the prices were suprisingly modest compared to what I had been charged by other sharpeners. Greg is a conciensious craftsman and has made me very happy with every thing I have brought to him; kitchen knives, utility knives, scissors, power saw blades, a WWII Navy K-bar and machete, etc.. The machete is so sharp I am a little afraid to use it in the garden for subduing vagrant bushes and trees. Greg offers superb service for a reasonable, even modest, price. I never have to consider the cost when I need to have something sharpened.
Description of Work: "Greg's Sharpening & Cutlery Service" has met all my sharpening needs for the last two or thee years. If it needs an edge, he has been able to do an excellent job on everything I have brought to his shop. This includes kitchen knives, utility knives, scissors, power saw blades and any thing else I find that needs to be "optimized".

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10

carren S.
02/2013
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
I was anticipating a hefty bill given the number of knives I brought in to be sharpened. I honestly quite surprised that it only came to $56. Greg was professional, efficient, and just very good! He told me when when the knives would likely be finished (the next day), and then he called me in the morning to let me know that the knives were indeed completed. Each knife came back carefully wrapped in newspaper and taped. He kept the box I delivered the knives in so that I had something in wihich to transport them back home. AND, they are indeed VERY sharp!!! (I have a nice slice on my index finger at the moment as proof, although Greg did warn me to be careful.) I would use Greg's service again. In fact, last week, I took three pairs of kitchen scissors in to be sharpened. I haven't picked them up yet, but I expect that they will be as nicely sharpened as the knives Greg did for me the week before.
Description of Work: I brought my ENTIRE collection of knives to Greg to sharpen -- and they haven't been sharpened for (I'm embarrassed to admit to this) for YEARS! I had read very positive reviews online about Greg's services and I was convinced that he likely was going to be reliable.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$56

Jared B.
05/2012
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Greg always does a fantastic job on our knives. it's like getting a new set of knives every time I take mine in. definitely recommend Greg's Sharpening.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kim L.
05/2012
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
Brought them in on a Saturday, they were ready on Tuesday. The blades all have new - not just honed - edges. I've tried other sharpening services (i.e. Michaels or at a grocery store) and Greg's exceeds the others. There's not much to the shop unless you're a knife aficionado, but the service sharpening service is outstanding.
Description of Work: Sharpened 4 very dull kitchen knives & 1 pair of kitchen scissors.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$21

Lester J.
09/2009
5.0
sharpening
  + -1 more
They did an excellent job. I brought in my German knives to have them sharpened and I was very pleased with their service. They sharpened the full set of kitchen knives.
Description of Work: I took some knives to Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Service for sharpening.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$17.5

    Contact information

    4691 Date Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    Closed
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Licensing

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
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    Service Categories

    Knife sharpening

    FAQ

    Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Service is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: Closed

    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Service accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
    No, Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Service does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Service offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Service does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Service does not offer emergency services.
    No, Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Service does not offer warranties.
    Greg's Sharpening and Cutlery Service offers the following services: We can sharpen most anything with an edge. Kitchen knives, scissors, saw blades, chain saws, garden equipment, etc.
    push mower blade sharpening, straight razors

    Contact information

    4691 Date Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    Closed
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM