What Is Resharp at Ace Hardware?
Resharp is an automated, robotic knife sharpening system offered at select Ace Hardware stores. Using patented technology, it scans your knife’s edge with a laser and precisely grinds it to a consistent factory-edge bevel—all in about 90 seconds or less, and for approximately $6.99–$7.00 per knife Hungry Onion+14resharp.com+14BladeForums.com+14. The system supports knives from 2.5″ to 12″ in length with up to 3.5″ height, and works on most double-beveled kitchen or hunting knives (not serrated or ceramic) Central Coast Ace Hardware+1Salemi's Ace Hardware+1.
How Does It Compare with Traditional Sharpening?
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Traditional Stone Sharpening typically costs $10–$15 for an 8″ knife and can take anywhere from 15 minutes to hours depending on queue and process. These services rely on human skill and are often more time-consuming.
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In contrast, Resharp delivers consistent, fast results in 90 seconds, with minimal steel removal and high precision YouTube+11resharp.com+11Hungry Onion+11. Some sharpening enthusiasts on forums consider the results “more routine than artisanal,” but it’s ideal for quick, reliable service resharp.com.
What Do Customers Do with Their Knives?
After sharpening, customers typically rinse and begin using their knives immediately. Traditional services may ship knives back via padded envelopes or protective sheaths, but Resharp is in-store—so customers simply pick up their sharpened knives and go. This supports ease and immediacy.
Resharp + FLI Products: A Blade Guard Collaboration
FLI Products is working closely with Resharp and Ace Hardware to promote Blade Guards as the perfect companion to freshly sharpened knives. This collaboration is set to launch in coming months in Resharp-enabled Ace stores. Customers will be offered Blade Guard packs at point-of-service, with clear messaging that protecting a newly refined blade immediately helps preserve that sharp edge longer.
Why Use Blade Guards on Freshly Sharpened Knives?
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Preserves the perfect edge: Guards prevent dulling from drawer contact or mishandling.
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Enhances safety: Avoid accidental cuts post-sharpening.
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Prolongs sharpening intervals: Keeping edges protected cuts down on frequency of resharpening visits.
FLI Blade Guards—made in USA, BPA‑free polypropylene with TPR bumpers—are ideal, particularly for knives freshly sharpened by Resharp. They fit snugly over the edge and safely protect both blade and user.
What Sets Resharp Apart from Similar Services?
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Speed & Convenience: Sharpening in under 2 minutes while you shop.
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Precision Laser-based Scanning: Ensures geometrically consistent bevels, with minimal material removal Ace Hardware+8Westlake Ace Hardware+8YouTube+8.
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Very Low Price Point: $6.99–$7 per knife—lower than many professional stone services resharp.comHungry Onionwcace.com.
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In‑Store Turnaround: No shipping delays—just bring and pick up.
How Many Ace Hardware Locations Offer Resharp?
Resharp is available at approximately 1000 Ace Hardware locations, especially in states like Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky (e.g., Great Lakes Ace network), California (multiple Central Coast stores), and through Ace affiliates like Westlake. Although exact counts vary, hospitality indicates dozens of stores nationwide now host Resharp service greatlakesace.com.
Summary Table
| Feature | Resharp Service | Traditional Stone Sharpening |
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| Average Cost | $6.99–$7 per knife | $10–$15 (for 8″ knife) |
| Turnaround Time | ~90 seconds in-store | 15 min to several hours (plus return shipping if applicable) |
| Precision Method | Laser scanning + automated grinding | Skilled artisan, manual strokes |
| Steel Removal | Minimal, consistent | Can vary, more steel removal |
| Blade Compatibility | Double-beveled knives only | Broad compatibility (can handle serrated, single-bevel, etc.) |
| Post-Service Handling | Customer picks up in-store | Often shipped back with sheath |
| Blade Guard Integration | New collaboration offering Blade Guards in-store at pickup | Rarely included post-sharpening |
With the rise of Resharp’s fast, affordable service at Ace Hardware, more people now expect immediate, high-quality knife sharpening. FLI Products and Ace are teaming up to make blade protection part of that experience—offering Blade Guards directly alongside freshly sharpened knives. The result: sharper knives that stay sharper longer, safer handling, and reduced maintenance costs.
Stay tuned for availability at your local Resharp-participating Ace store, where you can walk out with a factory-edge knife and a reliable Blade Guard in minutes