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Frank's Cutlery Service

About us

I sharpen knives, saws, garden tools; reel mowers, mulching mower blades, loppers, grass shears, scissors, hatchets, axes, and chisels. Most work can be done while you wait. If you cannot make it on Tuesday or Thursday, call me and I'll see what I can do for you. I'm usually home after 12:30 P.M. daily.

Business highlights

121 years of experience

Services we offer

I supply rental knives for restaurants, butchers, etc., grocery stores, pit beef stands, sub shops

Reviews
5.021 Reviews
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Showing 1-21 of 21 reviews
Rebecca B.
Jan 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Very good job and will definitely use again. I think work address has changed-check before going.

Judith C.
Sep 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7
It went very well. Frank is a 3rd-generation sharpener, very personable and efficient. He did the work in his home while I waited. In early 2017 he moved to 8221 Carrbridge Ct., Riderwood, MD. His phone # is now 410-908-6433.

Katie R.
Jun 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
as expected. Knives and blades sharp

Jared M.
Feb 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30
Frank did a fabulous job. He works fast and the knives are like new. He even refashioned a 6" knife with with a broken end. You would never know it had been damaged.

William C.
Jul 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$22
Frank does an excellent job of sharpening knives right on the spot

Bob H.
Feb 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$14
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Ann L.
Feb 2016
4.0
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Amos B.
Oct 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$24
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Regina D.
Jun 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$11
I called Frank Monaldi on Thursday and he was able to take me that day. I was very impressed with his set-up - he used a three stage process starting with a large grinding wheel and finishing up with hand stropping the knives on a very fine stone. All-in-all it only took about 10 minutes and I was back at work before my lunch break was up. Highly recommended!
Response from Frank's Cutlery Service
"Thank you for the kind words. Hope to see you again soon, I'll keep a sharp eye out for you !"

JOAN B.
May 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15
I called at about 11:30 on a Tuesday and he said he would be there until 3pm and I could come over. He gave me great directions and I drove up and he sharpened five of my knives. Two we somewhat bent and he took about half an inch length off one knife (after telling me the problem and then telling me what he could do). I am enjoying my like new knives.

Gavin Y.
Mar 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$25
Excellent service. Had been using a chefs choice but the knives were significantly sharper after Frank handled them. Great job he even showed me his boccie court. Had to wait while he serviced another customer but that went very quickly.

Eileen S.
Feb 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50
Very sharp. Have used before, would use again.

Gary P.
Mar 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40
Had about 15 knives sharpened - chef's knives, paring knives, set of steak knives,all were in dire need of sharpening. Took about 40 minutes or so. Frank did an outstanding job, knives are razor sharp. His shop is in a one-car garage behind his house, knives everywhere, and a huge grinding wheel. Frank is very friendly and personable, tells jokes, talks about family history, etc while you sit and watch him sharpen your knives (on a huge grinding wheel). Easy trip up to Baltimore from Silver Spring, well worth the drive. Recommend him most highly, and will definitely use him in the future. Frank is absolutely 'The Sharpest Guy in Town'!
Response from Frank's Cutlery Service
"Sorry it took so long to respond to your kind comments. I'm just learning how to use a computer! Hope you get this. For me, it's easier to have my nose to the grindstone than my fingers to the keypad! Thanks. I'll keep a sharp eye out for you and let you get a word in edgewise.... Frank Sr."

Greg C.
Dec 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20
Frank was friendly, fast and effective. I recommend him for any sharpening need.
Response from Frank's Cutlery Service
"Sorry it took almost a year to get back to you. Thanks for your kind words. I'm much more skilled at the grindstone than at the keyboard.... Frank Sr."

Earle B.
Dec 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15
I was in dire need of getting a custom set of woodworking chisels sharpened. Not wanting to damage them by doing it myself, I took them over to Frank's. His shop is located behind his house and and to say the least a fascinating place to stand in. He sharpened my five chisels and a sheer off of a vintage paper cutter I also had in record time and he did it on the biggest sharpening wheel I have ever seen in my life. It looked like something out of the Flintstones! But never the less, Frank did a fantastic job and the price was far less than what I was expecting to pay. I strongly recommend his services.
Response from Frank's Cutlery Service
"Thanks for your kind comments. Sorry it took so long to get back to you. My computer skills are not as sharp as I make my knives! Hope to see you again soon, Frank Sr."

CHRIS N.
Nov 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35
I called Frank after lunch on Saturday and he got back to me within a few hours. He offered three different ways I could get me knives to him to sharpen. Things worked out that I was able to run my 13 knives to him about 4:30 PM in the afternoon. Even thought Frank normally doesn't sharpen knives on Saturday evening he was willing to do my knives while I waited. Frank was professional, nice and cheerful. I waited about 30 minutes while he sharpened my knives. If fact they are so sharp I could shave with them if I wanted. I definitely will use Frank again. His service is excellent.
Response from Frank's Cutlery Service
"Thanks for your kind words. Sorry it took so long to get back to you. My computer skills are not as sharp as your knives! Frank Sr."

Helen D.
Sep 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35
He sharpened a lot of knives for me. He is friendly and fun to talk to. He is a funny guy. You can also watch while he sharpens and they are razor sharp
Response from Frank's Cutlery Service
"Sorry it took a year to get back to you, but thanks for your kind words. Your knives should be dull by now, so I'll keep a sharp eye out for you! Frank Sr."

GAIL S.
Oct 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35
Frank allowed me to drop off my knives on Wed. when I was out shopping near his home. He completed the work and my son was able to pick up the knives on Thursday afternoon. My knives are the sharpest they have ever been! I would highly recommend Frank for your knife needs.
Response from Frank's Cutlery Service
"Sorry it took only 3 years to get back to you. My computer skills are still developing and aren't quite as sharp as your knives! I must have done a good job if they've lasted 3 years! Frank Sr."

Kathryn W.
Mar 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$25
I was very nervous about hiring someone to sharpen my Wusthof knives fear that they would do something to permanently damage them. Regardless, I called Frank to find out his availability. He provided me thorough directions to his workshop and I went over that afternoon. All were sharpened within less than a half hour and during that time he provided me tips for care and maintenance. He showed me how to properly use a sharpening steel so I can keep them in good shape in between sharpenings. He also warned me about safety since he had put such a nice edge on them! Since I live south of Baltimore, he let me know his regular route so that we can make arrangements in the future to prevent me from having to drive so far north. As a bonus, one of Frank's friends escorted me to the Bocce ball court where several kind and generous men taught me the rules of the game and discussed their lives both in and out of Italy. Now that is what I call a wonderful overall experience! I used the knives the next day and couldn't believe how much easier it was to cut up my veggies! Hooray!
Response from Frank's Cutlery Service
"I was also very nervous getting on the computer 4 years after you wrote your kind comments! Thanks and come back again to hone up on your bocce skills! Frank Sr."

JUANA G.
Mar 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15
I left a message in the morning and Frank returned my call a few hours later, even though he'd just returned from taking his daughter for knee surgery. He explained that he was usually available Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, but he'd done his Thursday work on Wednesday so he could take his daughter. Still, he told me I could come over after he returned from the pharmacy, just call first. After calling, I went over. He sharpened the knives as I sat and watched. He offered advice on caring for the knives, don't put them in a drawer. And he advised to have them sharpened twice a year, mine had gone 2 years.
Response from Frank's Cutlery Service
"Well, its' been 4 years since you wrote your kind comments and I've finally learned how to get on the computer and type a few sentences! My daughter's knee has healed and your knives must be really dull by now. See you soon, Frank Sr."

PETER S.
Sep 2008
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15
I called and left a message at his shop. He called back later that day to tell me he would be at his shop after noon the next day (in the mornings he is out making deliveries and pickups at restaurants around town). I showed up and he sharpened all the knives for me while I waited. Very professional and did a great job. He also told me that he does tools, etc as well.
Response from Frank's Cutlery Service
"[removed member name], I finally learned how to type a few sentences on the computer, only 5 years after you wrote your kind comment! Must have done a great job if your knives aren't dull yet... Frank Sr."

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FAQ

Frank's Cutlery Service is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.

No, Frank's Cutlery Service does not offer free project estimates.

No, Frank's Cutlery Service does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Frank's Cutlery Service does not offer a senior discount.

No, Frank's Cutlery Service does not offer emergency services.

No, Frank's Cutlery Service does not offer warranties.