I am proud to announce that we are the official scissor sharpener for both Hancock Fabrics stores in Wichita. Starting in the middle of January, You will be able to drop off your scissors and shears at either location, and they will be returned there sharpened and ready to go! PLEASE share this with your friends!!!! #scissors #hancockfabric #sharpening
A simple blog devoted to helping you keep your favorite tools sharp. From knives and scissors, to lawn mower blades and garden tools, we'll help you learn how to keep your cutting tools at their best.
Showing posts with label sharpening. Show all posts
Showing posts with label sharpening. Show all posts
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Sharpening as Recycling
Hello again.
People talk about "going green" a lot these days. Having your items sharpened instead of replacing them is a great way to save money, and landfill space. When we hear that folks throw away and replace items like scissors, chainsaw chains, or kitchen knives when they go dull, we cringe. A chainsaw chain ($35.00 new) can be resharpened many times for $6.00 per sharpening. It can be recycled when it is too far gone to sharpen.
Scissors, knives, and other "cheap" items can also be sharpened inexpensively, and last a very long time. Yes, you can buy a pair of scissors for $1.00 at the Dollar Store, but when it is dull, will you just toss it in the trash? The same goes for lawn mower blades, pruners, and hand saws. They can be sharpened. and then recycled.
The next time you are frustrated with a dull tool, don't throw it away, call us or another sharpener. When we say it is dead, THEN you can recycle it or throw it away. Keep it sharp and safe.
Never A Dull Moment!
People talk about "going green" a lot these days. Having your items sharpened instead of replacing them is a great way to save money, and landfill space. When we hear that folks throw away and replace items like scissors, chainsaw chains, or kitchen knives when they go dull, we cringe. A chainsaw chain ($35.00 new) can be resharpened many times for $6.00 per sharpening. It can be recycled when it is too far gone to sharpen.
Scissors, knives, and other "cheap" items can also be sharpened inexpensively, and last a very long time. Yes, you can buy a pair of scissors for $1.00 at the Dollar Store, but when it is dull, will you just toss it in the trash? The same goes for lawn mower blades, pruners, and hand saws. They can be sharpened. and then recycled.
The next time you are frustrated with a dull tool, don't throw it away, call us or another sharpener. When we say it is dead, THEN you can recycle it or throw it away. Keep it sharp and safe.
Never A Dull Moment!
Saturday, May 5, 2012
When is it time to have your Chainsaw sharpened?
Hey,
As a former tree cutter, folks ask me when they should sharpen their chainsaw chain. Here are couple of tips.
Whenever you feel the chainsaw strain while cutting at a safe angle, that could be a clue your chain needs a touch-up. Listen to the sound of the saw.
If you see smoke coming off of the wood you are cutting, STOP! I have seen trees catch fire from this. It is time for sharpening.
Watch the sawdust coming off of the chain while cutting. It should mostly be comprised of large chips. If it turns into a powdery dust, with pieces of ash, It is time to call your sharpening professional.
Dull chains can also lead to extensive kick-back, the number one cause of chainsaw accidents. Don't ever force the saw to cut. Let the saw do the work for you! Otherwise, get an ax!
We charge $6.00 to sharpen a chainsaw.
Never A Dull Moment!
Mark
As a former tree cutter, folks ask me when they should sharpen their chainsaw chain. Here are couple of tips.
Whenever you feel the chainsaw strain while cutting at a safe angle, that could be a clue your chain needs a touch-up. Listen to the sound of the saw.
If you see smoke coming off of the wood you are cutting, STOP! I have seen trees catch fire from this. It is time for sharpening.
Watch the sawdust coming off of the chain while cutting. It should mostly be comprised of large chips. If it turns into a powdery dust, with pieces of ash, It is time to call your sharpening professional.
Dull chains can also lead to extensive kick-back, the number one cause of chainsaw accidents. Don't ever force the saw to cut. Let the saw do the work for you! Otherwise, get an ax!
We charge $6.00 to sharpen a chainsaw.
Never A Dull Moment!
Mark
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Mobile Mower blade sharpening
Mower blades reminder. Only $25.00 for mobile mower blade sharpening in the Wichita, Derby area. We come to your home or business, remove, sharpen, balance and remount your mower blade. You never have to touch a tool, just a phone! 316-293-8293 Never A Dull Moment!
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Pruner maintenance
Pruners must be kept sharp to avoid damaging plant stems during pruning. Cut the stem at a 45 degree angle, if on a living stem, and flush if cutting dead wood. Never use Anvil style pruners on roses. It crushes the stems, and you might as well cut your roses with a club!
We can lubricate, adjust and sharpen all types of pruners. We can even sharpen the saw portion of pole saw pruners.
Never A Dull Moment!
Mark
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
New Website is up!
We are so excited to announce that our website at www.mnmsharpeningservices.com is now live! Check us out today.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Hair Shears Sharpened by Bob
Hey.
We are constantly being asked if we sharpen hair shears. We do not. Our friend Bob Abraham at High Touch Sharpening here in Wichita does! He is factory trained from Bonika Shears, is a longtime groomer, and knows his shears. Check him out at www.topshears.com, or on facebook at www.facebook.com/shearguy. He's a great guy and a VERY skilled sharpener.
Never A Dull Moment!
We are constantly being asked if we sharpen hair shears. We do not. Our friend Bob Abraham at High Touch Sharpening here in Wichita does! He is factory trained from Bonika Shears, is a longtime groomer, and knows his shears. Check him out at www.topshears.com, or on facebook at www.facebook.com/shearguy. He's a great guy and a VERY skilled sharpener.
Never A Dull Moment!
Monday, January 30, 2012
Garden tools need maintenance before spring!
We have started to see (and hear) gardens getting turned over. (I know, it's only January, but it's going to be in the 70's this week!) Make sure your gardening tools are sharp before the spring. Shovels, Hoes, spades, All work better and easier when they are straight and sharp.
Also, pruning shears should be sharpened in order to protect the plant you are cutting. Dull shears crush the stem instead of cleanly cutting it. This leads to extra stress on the wound, and can cause problems later on.
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Mower Blades While You Wait.
Call us at to set up an appointment, and we will sharpen your mower/edger blades while you wait. We can also do other things while you wait, like knives and small garden tools. Give us a call, send us an e-mail, and we will be happy to serve you.
Never A Dull Moment!
Lawn And Tree Service Customers Welcome
Hey!
We are happy to announce that we are ready to help lawn and tree service contractors and providers with all of their sharpening needs. We can sharpen almost anything in your inventory, from mower and edger blades, chainsaw chains (including the small ones for power pole saws), to gas powered hedge trimmers and pole saws.
As you are gearing up for the season, think about adding M&M for all of your equipment sharpening needs. We offer excellent quality, fast turnaround times, and very competitive prices. Make an appointment, drop off your tools after your day ends, and pick it up the next morning before you hit your first customer location.
Give us a call, and give us a try.
NEVER A DULL MOMENT!
Mark Madden
Owner, Sharpening Technician
We are happy to announce that we are ready to help lawn and tree service contractors and providers with all of their sharpening needs. We can sharpen almost anything in your inventory, from mower and edger blades, chainsaw chains (including the small ones for power pole saws), to gas powered hedge trimmers and pole saws.
As you are gearing up for the season, think about adding M&M for all of your equipment sharpening needs. We offer excellent quality, fast turnaround times, and very competitive prices. Make an appointment, drop off your tools after your day ends, and pick it up the next morning before you hit your first customer location.
Give us a call, and give us a try.
NEVER A DULL MOMENT!
Mark Madden
Owner, Sharpening Technician
Care And Feeding Of Hand Saws
Hey. It's been awhile since our last blog. Let's have a visit about hand saws.If you use hand saws, (cross cut, rip, tree) keeping them sharp will make your life easier. They cut easier, safer and leave a better cut edge. Use a good oil on the blade after you are done with the saw. Spray it with WD-40 and wipe off all wood gum/ dust, etc., then leave a light oil sheen on it when you put it away. This will keep rust from building up on it.
Keep the tool sharpened regularly. We sharpen most hand saws, and are one of only a couple of providers in the area who keep this lost art alive! Look up our facebook page at www.facebook.com/mnmsharpeningservices.com for pictures of our work.
Always hang the saw so that the teeth are not banging against the shelves and other tools.
Treat your tools well. Remember, tools are an investment, not a commodity!
Never A Dull Moment,
Mark
Keep the tool sharpened regularly. We sharpen most hand saws, and are one of only a couple of providers in the area who keep this lost art alive! Look up our facebook page at www.facebook.com/mnmsharpeningservices.com for pictures of our work.
Always hang the saw so that the teeth are not banging against the shelves and other tools.
Treat your tools well. Remember, tools are an investment, not a commodity!
Never A Dull Moment,
Mark
Reel Mowers
Hey.
Going green with a people propelled reel mower? Here are a few tips.
1. Buy quality first. Remembers, tools like reel mowers are an investment. I recently worked on one that was over 40 years old! ( Look for good reel mowers at yard and estate sales!) Look at the quality of the parts, the fit and finish of the welds and connectors. Check the warranty information, and the availablity of replacement parts.
2. Learn how to properly adjust your mower. The blades should just touch the bed. You should hear a little "click, click, click" as they turn. If they clank together, you can ruin the blades. If you don't know how to adjust your blades, consult your owners manual. If you don't have a manual, your local reel mower sharpening shop can teach you.
3. Remember, some grasses are harder to work with than others. Bermuda, Zoysia, etc. are a LOT harder to cut than Fescue. If you have lots of weeds, consider using a regular rotary mower. Reel mowers aren't made for cutting tall weeds. Make sure you clear the lawn of any rocks and sticks, as these can damage your mower.
Going green can be good for the environment, but also reel mowers have several side benefits. You get more exercise, your lawn has that nice, lined look, and for smaller yards, you don't have to store a large mower.
You just hang the reel mower on the wall of the garage!
Drop us a line at mark@mnmsharpeningservices.com or call us for more information!
Going green with a people propelled reel mower? Here are a few tips.
1. Buy quality first. Remembers, tools like reel mowers are an investment. I recently worked on one that was over 40 years old! ( Look for good reel mowers at yard and estate sales!) Look at the quality of the parts, the fit and finish of the welds and connectors. Check the warranty information, and the availablity of replacement parts.
2. Learn how to properly adjust your mower. The blades should just touch the bed. You should hear a little "click, click, click" as they turn. If they clank together, you can ruin the blades. If you don't know how to adjust your blades, consult your owners manual. If you don't have a manual, your local reel mower sharpening shop can teach you.
3. Remember, some grasses are harder to work with than others. Bermuda, Zoysia, etc. are a LOT harder to cut than Fescue. If you have lots of weeds, consider using a regular rotary mower. Reel mowers aren't made for cutting tall weeds. Make sure you clear the lawn of any rocks and sticks, as these can damage your mower.
Going green can be good for the environment, but also reel mowers have several side benefits. You get more exercise, your lawn has that nice, lined look, and for smaller yards, you don't have to store a large mower.
You just hang the reel mower on the wall of the garage!
Drop us a line at mark@mnmsharpeningservices.com or call us for more information!
High End And Tactical Knives
Hey,
Just a short blog today. We are happy to sharpen higher end knives (SOG, Benchmade, etc) and Tactical/hunting knives (KaBar, Buckmaster,etc). Don't forget, these knives have a different edge than an average kitchen knife. Tactical knives have a blunter grind (almost 30 degrees versus the average 22.5) to keep the edge true during heavy use. High end knives can be scratched by amateurs, and that can affect the resale value.
Here at M&M;, we use a combination of hand and machine work to get your knives to that razor edge. Don't forget our shop motto, "It shaves or it doesn't leave!". Meaning, if the knife isn't sharp enough to shave the hair on your arm, it doesn't leave the shop!
NEVER A DULL MOMENT!!
Just a short blog today. We are happy to sharpen higher end knives (SOG, Benchmade, etc) and Tactical/hunting knives (KaBar, Buckmaster,etc). Don't forget, these knives have a different edge than an average kitchen knife. Tactical knives have a blunter grind (almost 30 degrees versus the average 22.5) to keep the edge true during heavy use. High end knives can be scratched by amateurs, and that can affect the resale value.
Here at M&M;, we use a combination of hand and machine work to get your knives to that razor edge. Don't forget our shop motto, "It shaves or it doesn't leave!". Meaning, if the knife isn't sharp enough to shave the hair on your arm, it doesn't leave the shop!
NEVER A DULL MOMENT!!
Mobile Lawn Mower Sharpening Service!
Don't forget!We do mobile sharpening for lawn mower blades. For $25.00, we will come to your home or business, (In the Wichita metro area), remove, sharpen, balance, and reset your mower blade. Call us today at, or see us on FaceBook at www.facebook.com/mnmsharpening
Caring For Knives
Hey.
It's time we talked about knife care. With proper care, your knives can last for years. (The knife you see in my videos is one my grandmother used for over 60 years, and is almost 70 years old.)
Never put your knives in the dishwasher. The heat and hot water can destroy the handle, take the temper out of the edge, (dulling the knife more quickly) and if the knife has a burr on the edge, can actually put small pieces of steel on your dishes and cups! Nobody likes to eat steel!
Carefully hand wash your knives as soon as possible after use, dry them well, them place them back in the block. Wipe down wooden knife handles with olive oil every two weeks. This will keep them from splitting and cracking by replacing the natural oil in the wood.
If you have a knife block with vertical slots, place the knives in upside down. This keep the knives sharper longer, because your'e not dragging the edge over the wood every time you withdraw the knife for use.
I will revisit this topic from time to time.
Never A Dull Moment!
It's time we talked about knife care. With proper care, your knives can last for years. (The knife you see in my videos is one my grandmother used for over 60 years, and is almost 70 years old.)
Never put your knives in the dishwasher. The heat and hot water can destroy the handle, take the temper out of the edge, (dulling the knife more quickly) and if the knife has a burr on the edge, can actually put small pieces of steel on your dishes and cups! Nobody likes to eat steel!
Carefully hand wash your knives as soon as possible after use, dry them well, them place them back in the block. Wipe down wooden knife handles with olive oil every two weeks. This will keep them from splitting and cracking by replacing the natural oil in the wood.
If you have a knife block with vertical slots, place the knives in upside down. This keep the knives sharper longer, because your'e not dragging the edge over the wood every time you withdraw the knife for use.
I will revisit this topic from time to time.
Never A Dull Moment!
Hunting/Skinning Knives
Hey.
Deer Season is here. Make sure your hunting/Skinning knife is up to the job. These knives have a different grind than a kitchen knife, and can be ruined by using a "pull through" sharpener on them! We have over 35 years of experience sharpening these knives. Call us today.
NEVER A DULL MOMENT!
Deer Season is here. Make sure your hunting/Skinning knife is up to the job. These knives have a different grind than a kitchen knife, and can be ruined by using a "pull through" sharpener on them! We have over 35 years of experience sharpening these knives. Call us today.
NEVER A DULL MOMENT!
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