Scissor, clipper blade and knife sharpening · Koper
A well-sharpened tool cuts better than a new one.
5.0 9 reviews GoogleA workshop for tools that are used every working day
Tools reach the workshop by post and in person in Koper — from Slovenia, Croatia and Italy. The best proof of quality is customers sending them back again.
From the workshop
Sharpening techniques up close
From belt grinding and convex scissor sharpening to laser-guided clipper blade grinding, precise knife sharpening, honing on leather, burr removal, straightening scissors and the sharpness test.
Reviews
What customers say
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Boris G. Odlična in profesionalna storitev! Nabrušene nože in škarje sem imel priložnost preizkusiti in razlika pred brušenjem in po njem je resnično očitna. Kakovost opravljenega dela je vrhunska, osebje izjemno prijazno …
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Taja Z. Najboljše brušenje škarij! Priporočam, če cenite profesionalno storitev in prijazen, korekten odnos!
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Sandra S. Igor je zame najboljša izbira za brušenje škarij, tudi tistih malo bolj zahtevnih. Je edini, ki mu zaupam tudi tiste moje najljubše. Seveda pa odlično poskrbi tudi za rezila strižnikov …
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Pasji salon Loti Super hitri in kvalitetni, moje škarje po Igorjevem servisu režejo kot nove
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Lara P. Kvalitetna storitev, hitra odzivnost ter dober odnos s strankami. Zelo priporocam!
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Larysa K. Zelo zadovoljna. Strokovno, natančno, hitro.
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Janluis L. Neverjetno dober ostrač nima boljše ga hvala
Sharpening techniques up close
Every tool asks for its own technique
Pick a step and watch it at work — from coarse grinding through polishing to the sharpness test.
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Convex scissor sharpening
The convex cutting edge is shaped on a rotating grinding surface using a guide arm, which gives precise control of the angle and movement of the scissors while grinding. That keeps the right curvature of the cutting geometry, which matters for the blades to slide smoothly and cut cleanly and precisely.
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Belt grinder
I set the sharpening angle according to the type of tool and its use, using a digital inclinometer. While grinding, a guide holds the chosen angle and keeps the blade moving evenly. I adjust the belt speed to the work to limit heating of the steel, and cool the tool with a water spray where needed.
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Laser-guided grinding
The laser projects a straight line that helps me keep the clipper blade moving in an even direction across the grinding surface. Because the wheel is round, straying from that line can change the grinding direction on the blade and grind it incorrectly. Laser guidance therefore makes the grinding more precise and even.
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Restoring the ride line
Water stones of different grits are used to restore and precisely shape the ride line on straight scissors. On curved scissors, special concave and convex stones are used so the work follows the curve. That way the ride line fits the geometry of each pair, which matters for the two blades to slide and work together properly.
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Final honing on leather
I use the leather strop to finish knives after sharpening. It removes the remaining burr and further improves the cutting edge. This step makes for a cleaner cut and a better final sharpness.
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Removing the last of the burr
After grinding and finishing on leather, a fine burr can still remain on the edge. To remove it I use a cork, which completes the work on the cutting edge.
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Straightening scissors
With a brass anvil on a wooden block I gradually straighten the scissors where needed. This corrects local deformations and helps restore the right geometry of the scissors and the blades working together properly.
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Microscope inspection of the blades
I inspect the blades under the microscope before starting and during the work. That lets me follow the condition of the edge and the damage precisely and judge the effect of the sharpening as I go. From the inspection I decide when enough material has come off to remove the damage and establish a proper edge, without taking off more than needed. I use the microscope on every kind of blade.
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Sharpness test
With knives I test the sharpness in practice by cutting thin paper. I do it in a controlled way and only a few times, because repeatedly cutting paper can affect the edge. For other kinds of tools I use a test suited to what they are for and how they work.
Click a step to watch it
“A dull blade doesn’t need replacing — it needs a craftsman who can bring the edge back.”
Trust us with your blade
Write or callUnder the microscope
The edge tells you what happened to it
I inspect every blade under the microscope before sharpening and during the work. That lets me follow the damage and the condition of the edge precisely and decide when enough material has come off for the result I want, without removing more than necessary.
Before. A nicked edge: small chips along the whole length of the blade.
After. The same edge after sharpening: straight, even and clean along its length.
Services
What goes through the workshop
Shears, clipper blades and knives are not the same job. The price follows the tool.
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Scissors Sharpening and servicing of hairdressing and grooming scissors and other scissors. Precise work on the blades, the right geometry kept, and set up for a clean cut. About this service -
Clipper blades Sharpening of clipper blades with their construction and the requirements for proper operation in mind. About this service -
Knives Sharpening of kitchen, Japanese, butcher's, fillet and other knives. I adapt the process to the type of knife and the blade geometry. About this service -
Other cutting tools Sharpening of tailor's and manicure scissors, work scissors, mower blades and other cutting tools. About this service
How it works
From the first message to a tool that cuts again
Drop-off in Koper, post from Slovenia, Croatia and Italy, or by arrangement. The steps are always the same.
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1. Enquiry and an indicative price
Send a list of the tools you want sharpened, ideally with photos. From that I can give you an indicative price and turnaround.
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2. Drop-off or sending by post
By prior arrangement you can bring the tools to Koper or send them by post from Slovenia, Croatia or Italy.
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3. Inspecting the tools
When the tools arrive I check their condition and assess how much work is needed. If unforeseen damage or the need for more demanding work comes to light, I let you know about any change in price before doing the extra work.
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4. Work and return
I work each tool according to its construction and condition. When the work is done, we arrange collection in person or sending it back.
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Priced by the tool
Prices are generally set in advance by the type of tool and how demanding the work is.
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An estimate from photos
From a description and photos I give you an indicative price and turnaround.
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No surprises
If the inspection reveals unforeseen damage, I let you know about any change in price before doing extra work.
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Need a well-sharpened tool?
Tell me which tool you want sharpened and, if you can, attach a photo. Call me on +386 51 659 600 or write to [email protected].
- 1 Send a list or photos
- 2 Get an estimate and a date
- 3 Your tools cut like new again