How the Mail-In Knife Sharpening Process Works, Step by Step
If you have never used a mail-in knife sharpening service before, you probably have some questions. You want professional results, but you also want to know exactly what happens once you place your order. That is why at Sharpen Up 365, we keep our sharpening process simple, secure, and easy to follow from start to finish. From the moment you order to the day your freshly sharpened knives come back home, we guide you through each step. Our typical turnaround time is about 7 to 14 days from the moment you place your order until your knives are back in your hands.
Place Your Order Online
Getting started is quick and easy. Just visit our website and place your knife sharpening order online. Orders are processed within one business day, so we can get everything moving as soon as possible.
Receive Your Protective Envelope
Within days, you will receive our secure protective envelope in the mail. We designed it specifically to help keep your knives safe during transit, so you do not have to guess how to package sharp blades on your own.Â
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STEP 1. WASH AND DRYING KNIVESÂ
BEFORE PACKING.
STEP 2. TRIM THE PROTECTIVE SLEEVE TO FIT THE KNIFE'SÂ
ENTIRE BLADE WITHOUT EXTENDING OVER
HANDLE OR INTO THE 'NO-TIP-ZONE'.
Pack Your Knives
Once your envelope arrives, pack your knives using the materials we provide. We include simple instructions to help you protect the blades properly before shipping. This step is straightforward and helps give you peace of mind that your knives are packed correctly.
STEP 3. PLACE KNIFE IN SLEEVE WITH SHARP EDGEÂ
FACING SLEEVE FOLD. SECURE
USING THE ADHESIVE STRIP.
STEP 4. SECURE KNIVES INTO THE MAILER(S)Â
AND SEAL USING THE ADHESIVE STRIP.
Send Them to Our Facility
After your knives are packed, send them to us using the prepaid shipping label. Transit to our facility typically takes 1 to 5 days. We also offer fully insured and trackable deliveries throughout the continental United States, so you can keep an eye on the shipment along the way.
STEP 5. PLACE MAILER THE POLYÂ
MAILER AND SEAL.
STEP 6. DROP PACKAGE INTO MAILBOX
OR ATÂ THE POST OFFICE.
ANY EXCESS WEIGHT WILL
BE CHARGED TO US.
We Sharpen Your Knives
Once your knives arrive, we sharpen and prepare them for return within 24 hours. Our sharpening turnaround runs Monday through Friday. If your knives arrive on a Friday, they will be sharpened and ready to ship back by Monday. That quick in-house turnaround helps keep the overall process efficient, even with shipping time included.
Get Slicing and Dicing Again
After sharpening is complete, we ship your knives back to your home. Return delivery usually takes 1 to 5 days after they leave our facility. Before long, your knives are back where they belong and ready to perform the way they should.
Why So Many Customers Choose Mail-In Sharpening
The biggest benefit of mail-in sharpening is convenience. You can place your order from home, receive the protective mailer, send your knives in safely, and get them returned without needing to search for a local shop. For home cooks and professionals alike, that convenience matters. We also offer additional services, like knife repair, whetstone sharpening, engraving, and kosher sharpening for customers who need more than a basic edge refresh.
Ready to Send Your Knives In?
If your knives are crushing herbs, dragging through tomatoes, or simply not performing as they should, Sharpen Up 365 makes sharpening easy!
 Place your order oline, pack your knives using our protective mailer, and send them in. We will take care of the rest and get your blades back to you sharp, safe, and ready for your next meal.
