I called and made an appointment with Simon. I brought my mother's 70-year-old Wiss sewing shears…read more Simon is very very nice. After I arrived at his home, he immediately started sharpening the scissors. Within 5 minutes, the job was done, and they were very very sharp. Simon is an expert. He teaches sharpening to students entering the trade, and he (humbly) mentioned he is the most skilled sharpener in the area. When I ordered my ride home, he stayed and waited with me and we chatted. I told him the scissors were my mother's. He was very sweet and kind. Give this man your well-earned business. Not only is he an expert, but his prices are amazing!

I always walk by on Saturdays' at the Grand Lake Farmer's Market and gave Simon a try with my dozen…read moreor so knives. The price and turn around was awesome. I didn't expect my knives sharpen in about 30 minutes! I think this year, this is my third time and appreciate his skill and effort! If you have some dull knives laying around, give Simon a try. Jess!

Had them sharpen my chainsaw. Honestly, it's sharper and faster than it was when I bought it brand…read morenew. And I liked the staff. Inside, the place looks like a well used, old school shop. Loved it

I decided to support a local business and came to the shop to solve my lost key issue for my…read moremailbox When I came in the man behind the counter stayed sitting on his stool, which on the other side of the corner and blocked visually from me. So I stooped over the counter finally and asked him if he could help me. He was very gruff and asked what I wanted I told him I needed a key for my mailbox. He asked me to show me what he needed. I didn't know if he wanted me to come around the counter because he wasn't getting up. It didn't seem appropriate to go on the other side of the counter, so I stayed where I was and didn't know if he was being funny or what his issue was. And then I showed him the different parts to the box that I need and he said I would need a whole new lock to put into the box. So he gets up and gets the package of the set that I need. It shows a price on the package, but he said that's not the right price. I asked him so what is the right price and it was about a dollar more so. I said that's fine. I just wanted to get what I needed and leave at that point. Because he wasn't very pleasant at all. I told him I could pay with my debit card. So he had the machine in front of him and told me to tap my card which I did. Then I was surprised when he asked me for my pin number . Thank goodness, I wasn't intimidated and gave it to him. Instead, I leaned over Covered the number number area with my hand and put in my code myself. I just thought it was so odd and rude of him to ask me for my pin . I'll never go back there again. He seemed very bothered to have me in his shop, was so reluctant to get up from his stool, and it was very awkward when he asked me for my pin number.

Usually Brent doesn't come where I live, but I lucked out that he'd be near-ish and was willing to…read moreswing by. And my GOODNESS am I glad he was, because my knives haven't been this sharp since I bought them! I knew they needed some care, but I really didn't realize how bad they'd gotten 'til I had the comparison. Brent was communicative, charged fairly, and finished more than a dozen knives in TEN MINUTES. Amazing, fantastic, worth every penny.

Brent responded quickly and let me know he would be at the farmers' market the next morning. Met…read morehim early in Pleasant Hill before the market opened and he had squared in less than 10 minutes! Will absolutely be back with my other knives.

They were quick and efficient. Very Professional…read more Been a while I need to pay them a visit.

Easy drop off, quick and detailed work and quite affordable for the level of quality. Dropped off a…read morestandard Wustof chef's knife, two Japanese beauties and a really nice carbon steel Town Cutler chef's knife. All came back in excellent shape.

This is the only place I use for my knives! So great to have him in the east bay. Drop off and pick…read moreup are easy too.

Excellent service and quality sharpening work from Grant. All of my knives are crazy sharp now!read more

My wife and I stopped by Bernal Cutlery looking for a quality kitchen knife and we had such a great…read moreexperience. The staff has an amazing depth of knowledge about knives and took the time to ask how we cook, what we were looking for, and let us handle several knives without ever making us feel rushed or pressured. The experience felt more like buying a well-tailored suit lol Thanks to their guidance, we walked out with a knife that was exactly right for our needs. Whether you're a professional chef or just someone who enjoys cooking at home, I can't recommend Bernal Cutlery enough. We'll definitely be back for our next knife.

Amazing Japanese kitchen store on Valencia! They have a huge selection of Japanese knives and other…read morecookware and kitchenware. It's a little pricey but you can tell the quality is amazing. They also have some Japanese condiments and other cooking ingredients. Perfect place to go to get a nice gift for yourself or a friend who's into food or cooking.

I wanted some old camping knives, daily carry pocket knives, even a cleaver made from a railroad…read morespike. He picked them up and dropped them off the same day, was punctual, easy to communicate with, and genuinely nice to deal with. The edges came back sharp and even on every piece, and my 40 year old knives were evn cleaned for future display! Highly recommend if you want professional results without any hassle. Even sent me pictures and a video of how sharp they are after he finished and before he delivered!

I'm generally pretty happy with their service! Knives were done quickly and efficiently. I think…read moretheir ops could use a little work, as their pick up/delivery times were off from when they told me they could come, which made it hard to schedule my day, but overall I was happy and would use them again. Prices were fair.

Shoutout to Pascal in the back and manager Evan. They helped me out in a tight spot and got me…read moreexactly what I needed on a tight timeline. Very understanding guys who go above and beyond.

They usually have everything we need. Today's quest was a door stopper, the kick stand kind. We…read morefound it by going up and down a couple of isles. Usually we see an employee soon as we arrive and are able to as them for directions, but sadly not this time. That is something I appreciate coming here is there is usually someone to greet you and point you in the right place. There was one gentleman that made a comment on my taking pictures, but he didn't have a vest on or asked if he could help me find something. They have added new signage in their parking lots telling you to move all the way forward so can pass you as the parking lot is tight. Parking is an issue at times as it's a small lot. We've had to park on the street before near their garden center. Overall this is a solid hardware store with usually easy to spot employees, that are happy to help you.

Dan came over today and picked up three knives: a Benchmade folder, a fixed blade ESEE, and my 10"…read moreGlobal chef's knife. An hour later he returned with them, all amazingly sharp; i can shave the hair off my arms with any of them. I paid $20 for a little extra attention to my chef's knife. The money was well worth it. I don't think my knife has ever been this sharp. Did I mention he came to me? At no extra charge? Without a doubt, Dan has been the best sharpening service I have used. He was friendly and professional. I will never go anywhere else to get my blade sharpened.

As Dan no longer services my area in person, I mailed him an assortment of knives for both hand and…read moremachine sharpening. All came back like razors.. but the edge he put on my Shun is amazing! I have been in and around professional kitchens ( and knife services) for 25+ years and I am afraid to use this Shun..the sharpest knife I have ever seen! I just wish I could have observed his technique and learned a thing or two. Don't waste your time with Farmers Market grinders who will turn your knife into a stub that will be dull in a week! Maloons/Elite Edge is the real deal! You will not be disappointed! There is a reason for all the 5 star reviews..