John's Sharpening Service
& Cutlery World, LLC

Welcome to John’s Sharpening Service & Cutlery World

At John’s Sharpening Service & Cutlery World, we are dedicated to providing our customers with the finest sharpening services, premium cutlery, and exceptional customer care. Serving the Chicago area for over 12 years, we aren't a part-time garage operation—we are a fully established, professional retail store and commercial sharpening facility catering to chefs, passionate home foodies,restaurants, and local institutions alike.

• Authorized Dealer: We are authorized dealers and proudly carry many of the world's top cutlery brands such as Wusthof, Shun, Cangshan, Buck, IVO, Mercer and many more.

• Comprehensive Care: From professional kitchen blades, hunting and fishing knives, to yard maintenance tools, we also expertly sharpen garden and lawn mower blades.

• Expert Guidance: Our knowledgeable staff is always here to help you make an informed decision, whether you are maintaining your current gear or looking to invest in something new.

Our Sharpening Services

We seamlessly combine traditional, time-tested global techniques with state-of-the-art sharpening equipment. Backed by over 30 years of hands-on expertise, we ensure every knife and blade receives unmatched care.

From household essentials to specialized gear, we are committed to bringing the sharpest edge possible to:

• Kitchen Knives (Our specialty!)

• Hunting & Fishing Knives

• Scissors & Shears

• Garden Tools 

• Lawn Mower Blades

• And more...

 

Kitchen Knives Are Our Specialty

Whether you are a professional chef or a passionate home cook, we understand how important a sharp knife is to your craft.

We are well-versed in almost every type of blade, including Western-style, Asian-style, and specialty cutlery.

No job is too big or too small. Bring us your:

• Everyday Essentials: Chef’s knives, Santokus, paring knives, and utility knives.

• Specialty Blades: Asian specialty knives, cleavers, boning knives, and long serrated slicers.

• Household Items: Pizza cutters, steak knife sets, and pocket knives.

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The Evolution of John’s Sharpening Service & Cutlery  World

• Founding (2014): The business began with John providing sharpening services from a tent at various Farmers Markets throughout the Chicago suburbs.

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• Mobile Expansion(2016): The business transitioned from a tent to a mobile unit, which served as a fully equipped sharpening shop on wheels. This allowed for continued service at Farmers Markets and special events across the Chicago area.

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• Retail Storefront (2018): John established a permanent brick-and-mortar location on Ogden Avenue in Westmont. This move allowed the business to expand beyond services to include a large inventory of high-quality cutlery and kitchen supplies.

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• Current Standing: Today, the business is a top rated recognized destination in the Western Suburbs, serving as an authorized dealer for major brands like Wusthof, Shun, and Buck. The service offerings have also grown to include sharpening for lawn mower blades and garden tools alongside professional kitchen cutlery.

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Foundational Expertise

The business is built on John's extensive background, which includes:

• Military Training: Culinary training at the US Coast Guard Commissary School in New York during the early 1970s.

• Professional Experience: Working in top hotels and restaurants in Miami Beach and Chicago.

• Technical Mastery: After years of experiance working in the kitchen and maintaining knives, sharpening skills refined under a master sharpener at Advanta Sharpening in New Buffalo, Michigan.

 

 

 

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