About Us
Keep'n It Sharp
Keep'n It Sharp
Keep'n It Sharp
We're familiar with the saying "a sharp knife is safer than a dull knife." This holds true for all tools, impacting not just safety but the overall performance in professional hands. Tailored Sharpening caters to businesses and the general public, ensuring sharpness for optimal efficiency and consistent quality.
Our commitment is to provid
We're familiar with the saying "a sharp knife is safer than a dull knife." This holds true for all tools, impacting not just safety but the overall performance in professional hands. Tailored Sharpening caters to businesses and the general public, ensuring sharpness for optimal efficiency and consistent quality.
Our commitment is to provide unparalleled service, keeping you sharp and on point in your daily tasks. Recognizing the importance of individual cutting techniques, we tailor our sharpening methods to meet the specific needs of each user. Serving Madison and surrounding areas, we also welcome mail-in orders with an order form available below the pricing list.
The Inside Story
Keep'n It Sharp
Keep'n It Sharp
I'm Taylor Albrecht, the proud Owner and Operator of Tailored Sharpening Services. My journey began with a genuine interest in sharpening, evolving into a rewarding career. I've had the privilege of learning from Master Sharpeners Bruce Nihart & Bob Kause at the American Sharpening Institute. Grateful for testing various steel grades, I'm
I'm Taylor Albrecht, the proud Owner and Operator of Tailored Sharpening Services. My journey began with a genuine interest in sharpening, evolving into a rewarding career. I've had the privilege of learning from Master Sharpeners Bruce Nihart & Bob Kause at the American Sharpening Institute. Grateful for testing various steel grades, I'm eager to share my knowledge with customers.
My process employs only top-notch equipment and procedures, authorized by the factory for the highest quality edges. Your implements will not only be well-cared-for and medically sanitized but, most importantly, exceptionally sharp. I anticipate the chance to showcase my craft, letting my work speak for itself.
Tailored to You
Keep'n It Sharp
Tailored to You
At Tailored Sharpening Services, customers are the main focus. It's a Local shop, Local owner that is dedicated to delivering quality service. I strive to not only guarantee every piece of equipment that comes through the door, I am also able to tailor my service to your specific needs.
Also offering Emergency Services for anyone in the Madison area.
Same Day Express $15.00 Charge
Menu / Price List
All Work is Guaranteed
Sales Tax Applied on Final Invoice
Surgical & Dental Instruments
Prices Vary (Call to Inquire)
We service most Surgical and Dental instruments seen in today’s hospitals and clinics. Please call for inquiry.
Hairstylist Scissors & Shears
$25.00
All shears are completely reconditioned. Every shear is then tested with several different test media. High-end Japanese style (Honed) shears have a convex edge. The higher end shears are usually made of a higher quality stainless steel. I sharpen all convex edge shears on a Wolff Industries sharpening system. Scissors are disassembled and each blade sharpened independently and reassembled. Any parts that are damaged or worn will be replaced if available.
Pet Grooming Scissors and Shears
$20.00
All shears are completely reconditioned. Every shear is then tested with several different test media including imitation animal fur.
I sharpen all convex and bevel edge shears. They are disassembled and each blade sharpened independently by hand and reassembled. Any parts that are damaged or worn will be replaced if available. This includes bumpers, finger tangs (as applicable), and pivot parts.
Clipper Blades
$8.00 - $10.00
All clipper blades are sharpened by the same process used at the factory. Most blades need to be hollow ground and we accomplish this by sharpening on equipment that hones a precision hollow grind the same as the factory does. All blade parts are kept in order in aluminum trays to keep the parts of each blade together and prevent mixing parts. After the blades are disassembled, they are sharpened until the entire cutting surface is honed to a new cutting edge.
Standard Knives and Cutlery
Prices Vary (Call to Inquire)
I apply precise angles and polished edges for excellent cutting performance.
All knives and cutlery are sharpened with a professional sharpening system, using quality materials to ensure the metal integrity is not effected. All knives are tested upon completion using multiple media and have to pass the sharpness test of being able to push-cut a very thin piece of paper.
Japanese Knives
$25.00
Japanese knife sharpening is a specialized service that requires skill, expertise, and precision. Japanese knives are known for their exceptional quality, sharpness, and precision, and they require a specific sharpening technique to maintain their integrity.
Chainsaws
$12.00-$15.00
Chainsaw chains are first inspected for any damage and general maintenance indicators. Chains are sharpened by machine only removing minimal material to prevent burning teeth and prolonging the life of the chain. Rakers are leveled off to prevent over or under bite which can be strenuous to the tool and a much more dangerous tool.
Circular Saw Blades
$12.00-$15.00
Circular saw blades are inspected for crack, defects and missing carbides. All carbides are sharpened using a precision machine with diamond abrasive. Minimal material is removed in this process and the integrity of the carbide is preserved.
Upholstery Scissors & Shears
$9.00-$15.00
Sewing scissors, fabric shears and industrial shears are sharpened using a precision machine applying correct angles.
Chisels Gouges & V-Tools
$8.00-$12.00
Woodworking tools such as chisels, gouges and v-tools need to be sharpened with care and precision with minimal material removed. Angles are applied to the specific tool using jigs that prevent error and create exceptional sharpness.
Gardening Tools
$7.00-$12.00
Pruning shears, garden loppers, shovels etc. are disassembled and sharpened and reassembled and adjusted to give many more years of use.
Straight Razors
$22.00-$25.00
Straight razor honing begins with inspection for cracks or general maintenance indicators. The honing process is done using the highest quality materials such as belgium coticules and rare Japanese natural whetstones to ensure the edge is honed to a keen smooth sharpeness.