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  • Meet the Sharpening Supplies Team
    November 14, 2026 John Carmona

    Meet the Sharpening Supplies Team

    Ever wondered who’s on the other end of the line when you call Sharpening Supplies? I’d like to introduce you to the people who make Sharpening Supplies what it is today. We just launched a long-overdue team page on our...

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  • Sharpening Supplies Open House 2026
    September 3, 2026 Thomas Bartlett

    Sharpening Supplies Open House 2026

    Join us at the Sharpening Supplies Open House in Middleton, WI on September 19, 2026. Enjoy hands-on sharpening demos, test your knife on the Edge-on-Up leaderboard, and shop exclusive used and demo sharpeners.

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Sharpening Videos

  • NEW 2026 Tormek Knife Sharpening Kit | KSK-106
    April 21, 2026 Thomas Bartlett

    NEW 2026 Tormek Knife Sharpening Kit | KSK-106

    !n this video, we take a look inside the Tormek Knife Sharpening Kit and show how each piece helps you sharpen more precisely, more consistently, and with less guesswork.  From holding the knife securely with the Tormek KJ-45 Centering Knife...

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  • How to Pick a Knife Sharpener (Beginner’s Guide)
    April 20, 2026 Thomas Bartlett

    How to Pick a Knife Sharpener (Beginner’s Guide)

    Choosing a knife sharpener can feel overwhelming. Water stones, guided systems, electric machines, they all promise sharp knives, but which one is right for you? In this video, we break down the main ways to sharpen a knife and explain...

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  • Best Sharpeners For Keeping Your Axes Sharp
    April 19, 2026 Thomas Bartlett

    Best Sharpeners For Keeping Your Axes Sharp

    A sharp axe isn’t just safer, it’s more enjoyable to use. In this video, Tom from Sharpening Supplies walks you through the best options for sharpening axes, whether you’re restoring an old felling axe, tuning up a carving hatchet, or...

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