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Honing, giving your knives
a new lease of life.

Sharpening restores the edge. Honing deeply corrects the blade's geometry — for a clean cut, with no forcing, on Japanese, European and German knives.

The Difference

Sharpening or Honing?

Sharpening

Restores a dull edge, quickly and at a modest cost. To be repeated roughly every 6 months under home use.

Honing

Corrects the geometry of the blade itself: with repeated sharpenings, the thickness just behind the edge increases and cutting performance declines. Honing removes that thickness in depth to restore a clean cut, with no forcing.

Honing Rate

Blade honing 25 € – 35 €

Depending on blade type and condition — confirmed after inspecting the knife.

Booking

Choose Your Slot

Immediate confirmation by e-mail

The calendar below shows the available slots at the Auderghem workshop.

A question before booking? Call +32 478 92 25 10 or write to us.

The Technique

How Honing Corrects the Blade

Honing removes thickness from the blade just behind the edge, restoring a clean cut without forcing.

Technical diagram of blade honing: reducing blade thickness just behind the edge

Why Hone

A Highly Technical and Meticulous Process

Honing changes the blade's geometry by reducing its thickness just behind the edge, to improve the cut in depth without requiring excessive force. It is longer, more meticulous work than a simple sharpening, reserved for knives that deserve it.

For Which Knives

  • Japanese knives (Gyuto, Santoku, Nakiri...)
  • High-end European and German knives
  • Any knife re-sharpened multiple times, whose cutting performance has declined over time
A premium Japanese knife after a complete blade honing

Customer Reviews

What Our Clients Say

Le Taillant · 5.0 ★ (88 Google reviews)

“Warm welcome, excellent sharpening work and care tips on top. The sharpening equipment is very professional, and my three knives cut beautifully. What a pleasure, what a lovely experience. Recommended!”

Thomas Waldburg
September 2026 · translated from French

“"I tried to dice an onion and cut through the board and half the countertop…" Jokes aside, my knives have their old edge back, if not better.”

Lino Hernández
September 2026 · translated from French

“What a great experience! On top of knives that feel brand new, I met someone who loves his craft and makes sharpening a passion worth sharing! All the best — I'll be back 😉”

Arnaud Vannetbe
August 2026 · translated from French

“Recommended: friendly, done while you wait, fast and efficient. I'll be back. Thank you 😊”

Aurélie
August 2026 · translated from French

“Delighted with the work: I had the tip of one of my Japanese knives repaired and two others sharpened as well. They came back like new! Fast, friendly and super professional service! Thanks a lot, see you soon.”

Bastien Delrée
August 2026 · translated from French

“I came to have my kitchen knives sharpened and I'm very happy with the result. The knives cut really well. The two people there are friendly. I'll go back and recommend it without hesitation.”

Arthur
August 2026 · translated from French

“A really great experience with passionate people — highly skilled and great at explaining. Recommend without reservation.”

Quentin de Radiguès
August 2026 · translated from French

“Punctual, welcoming, a great teacher… Great rapport with the person who welcomed me and sharpened my knives. He took the time to show me and explain. A guy who's passionate about his craft. I'll definitely be back.”

Greg Vandevyver
August 2026 · translated from French

“Great experience with Arnaud, who truly brought our knives back to life! Very flexible, he took the time to share his valuable advice, his knowledge and his passion. Flawless service and a really enjoyable time. Highly recommended!”

Victor Warnier
August 2026 · translated from French

“Great experience! Very friendly and truly top-notch work. My knife came back perfectly sharp. Highly recommended — I'll definitely be back!”

Thibaut Colson
August 2026 · translated from French

“Warm welcome, excellent sharpening work and care tips on top. The sharpening equipment is very professional, and my three knives cut beautifully. What a pleasure, what a lovely experience. Recommended!”

Thomas Waldburg
September 2026 · translated from French

“"I tried to dice an onion and cut through the board and half the countertop…" Jokes aside, my knives have their old edge back, if not better.”

Lino Hernández
September 2026 · translated from French

“What a great experience! On top of knives that feel brand new, I met someone who loves his craft and makes sharpening a passion worth sharing! All the best — I'll be back 😉”

Arnaud Vannetbe
August 2026 · translated from French

“Recommended: friendly, done while you wait, fast and efficient. I'll be back. Thank you 😊”

Aurélie
August 2026 · translated from French

“Delighted with the work: I had the tip of one of my Japanese knives repaired and two others sharpened as well. They came back like new! Fast, friendly and super professional service! Thanks a lot, see you soon.”

Bastien Delrée
August 2026 · translated from French

“I came to have my kitchen knives sharpened and I'm very happy with the result. The knives cut really well. The two people there are friendly. I'll go back and recommend it without hesitation.”

Arthur
August 2026 · translated from French

“A really great experience with passionate people — highly skilled and great at explaining. Recommend without reservation.”

Quentin de Radiguès
August 2026 · translated from French

“Punctual, welcoming, a great teacher… Great rapport with the person who welcomed me and sharpened my knives. He took the time to show me and explain. A guy who's passionate about his craft. I'll definitely be back.”

Greg Vandevyver
August 2026 · translated from French

“Great experience with Arnaud, who truly brought our knives back to life! Very flexible, he took the time to share his valuable advice, his knowledge and his passion. Flawless service and a really enjoyable time. Highly recommended!”

Victor Warnier
August 2026 · translated from French

“Great experience! Very friendly and truly top-notch work. My knife came back perfectly sharp. Highly recommended — I'll definitely be back!”

Thibaut Colson
August 2026 · translated from French

Ready for a Brand-New Edge?

Book Your Workshop Visit

Immediate confirmation by e-mail

The calendar below shows the available slots at the Auderghem workshop.

A question before booking? Call +32 478 92 25 10 or write to us.