The American Edge

08/20/2022

Now offering planer knife sharpening!

03/02/2022

Tip and chip repair on your favorite kitchen and carry knives.

02/02/2022

For all the ice diggers out there.

01/09/2022

Here's a before and after of a knife I recently repaired.

If you have a knife that you like that got damaged please know that, to some extent, they can be repaired.

12/22/2021

On the twelfth day of Christmas my sharpener recommended to me...

The gift of knowledge with a membership to Sharpening School.

The life skill that now goes underserved is now being served with an on demand digital class that teaches the fundamental knowledge needed to properly maintain all the cutting tools we use in our daily lives.

Use code FATSANTA for a limited time to get 10% off the membership price.

From preparing food to the jobsite to the living room and craft room, we are surrounded by cutting tools and we use them constantly. This course is for anyone who uses cutting tools, understands the value and joy that comes from edges that work well, and has a desire to obtain a better understanding...

12/21/2021

On the eleventh day of Christmas my sharpener recommended to me...

Anything made by Gransfors Bruks!!!

A superior gift for that Woodsman (or woman) in the family. If you know someone that likes fires, or tromping around in the woods, or camping or anything of the sort, rest assured something like this hand hatchet will be the gift that marks this holiday season.

The distinguishing feature of the Gränsfors Hand Hatchet is its short handle relative to the size of its head. It is extremely practical to carry in your rucksack on forest walks, or to keep in the car as it takes up very little space. Item no: 413 Length with handle: 24 cm (9.5”) Weight: 0,6 kg ...

12/20/2021

On the tenth day of Christmas my sharpener recommended to me...

Kai 7250 Shears!!!

The best scissors that cross my bench. A perfect gift for anyone who works with fabric or has inferior scissors around the house. Trust me on these, these things rock!

High carbon stainless steel blades;Superior cutting on all fabrics;Excellent balance;Smooth cutting action;Carbon Steel allows for steeper / sharper edge

12/19/2021

On the ninth day of Christmas my sharpener recommended to me...

A Bamboo drawer knife block!!

Take care of those fragile edges by storing your knives smartly in a drawer. A great gift to anyone who has a kitchen.

Bellemain 100% Pure Bamboo in Drawer Knife Block , Knife Organizer

12/18/2021

On the eighth day of Christmas my knife sharpener recommended to me...

Felco F2 pruners!!!

The best pruners you can buy for that gardener in your life who is stuck on Fiskars. With outstanding quality and replaceable parts these pruners will last for generations.

Falco Original Pruner with 1 inch cutting capacity 8.25 inch solid forged metal alloy handles. Replaceable cutting blade. Anvil blade with a sap groove. A hardened bolt and nut to assure exact adjustment of both the cutting and anvil blades. Rubber cushion and shock absorber. Compatible products ...

12/17/2021

On the seventh day of Christmas my knife sharpener recommended to me...

A Gift Certificate to your local sharpener!!

Give the gift of experiencing what it is like to work with sharp knives and tools.

Now offering 10% off! For example, a $50 gift card would cost $45.
Message me for details!

12/16/2021

On the sixth day of Christmas my knife sharpener recommended to me...

A Stump Vise for chainsaw maintenance.

The best tool I've found to aid in keeping a sharp chain while in the woods. One of these belongs in everyone's kit who runs a chainsaw.

Save on shipping and support your local sharpener by picking one up. Message me for details.

A must-have tool for maintaining a sharp chainsaw in the woods.

12/15/2021

On the fifth day of Christmas my knife sharpener recommended to me...

The Rapala Fillet Knife!!

The perfect gift for the fisherman or woman on your list. A tried and true knife fit for everyone's tackle box.

The Original, This series includes four blade sizes, one for every cleaning chore. Progressivley tapered, fulltage baldes of European stainless steel take and hold an ultra-sharp edge. Birch handle and a fine tooled leather Laplander sheath. Includes easy-to-use single-stage sharpener to keep bla...