Condition. Approach. Result.
Each story shows the blade as it arrived, the work performed, and the result. The photographs below are real InLine Sharpening jobs, not stock examples.
Repair Stories
BEFORE & AFTER
Three different problems, each handled according to the blade's condition and intended use.
Broken Tip Repair
Restored to a Clean, Usable Point
The damaged tip was reshaped while removing as little steel as possible.
CONDITION
Broken tip and shortened tip profile
WORK
Tip reshaping and edge refinement
RESULT
Functional point and clean profile
VINTAGE FOLDING KNIFE
Cleaned, Refined, and Returned to Use
I cleaned, refined, and sharpened this vintage folding knife while preserving the wear and character it had developed over the years.
CONDITION
Surface wear, grime, and dull edge
WORK
Cleaning, finish refinement, and sharpening
RESULT
Usable edge and cleaner overall finish
PROFILING & EDGE REPAIR
Damaged Profile Refined and Sharpened
I carefully reshaped the damaged heel and uneven blade profile, then sharpened, refined, and inspected the finished edge.
CONDITION
Damaged heel and uneven profile
WORK
Reprofiling and sharpening
RESULT
Cleaner profile and working edge
THE FINISH CHECK
What I Inspect Before Pickup
A sharp edge is only part of the job. I inspect every blade before it’s returned.
01
Consistent edge and bevel
02
Burr removed and apex refined
03
Blade cleaned and ready for use
ADDITIONAL RESULTS
Other Recent Work
Not every job requires a major repair. These are examples of other blades and tools serviced locally.
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I'll review the condition and confirm pricing before your Monrovia drop-off appointment.