When Ann reached out to schedule a knife sharpening appointment, she was relieved to reconnect after losing my contact information. A loyal customer from last year’s downtown market, Ann had gotten my details from a friend and was eager to bring her knives back to life. She was looking for a mobile professional knife sharpening in Colorado Springs.
Ann lives in a charming early-1900s home on the east side of Colorado Springs. Her property features a cozy cottage in the back and a breathtaking view of Pikes Peak from her porch. When her original appointment had to be rescheduled due to extreme weather, we settled on a sunnier day: Wednesday, January 15th.
That afternoon, I drove the “ISHARP” mobile sharpening van through town to Ann’s house. Greeted warmly at the door, I met her spirited little rescue dog who announced my arrival with an enthusiastic bark. Ann, however, looked weary. She explained that a series of unfortunate events had left her feeling overwhelmed: her insurance company required a costly \$4,600 roof replacement on her cottage, and halfway through the job, an additional \$1,700 was tacked on due to unforeseen repairs. Add to that a blown car engine and a \$10,000 bank scam, and it was clear Ann had been through a lot.
Listening with empathy, I set to work sharpening her collection of 12 classic Chicago Cutlery knives,https://chicagocutleryco.com, which included both straight and serrated blades. As I worked, Ann took the opportunity to share her frustrations. It was clear she needed more than a sharpener that day — she needed a listening ear.
In just 20 minutes, her knives were restored to professional-grade sharpness. I handed them back, knowing they’d soon make her time in the kitchen easier and more enjoyable. Ann invited me inside to wrap up the appointment, where she expressed how much she appreciated the convenience of having a professional sharpener come to her home. Despite the challenges she’d been facing, Ann’s mood seemed lighter as she admired her renewed knives, ready to slice and dice with precision.
Every house call is unique, and I’m reminded time and again how meaningful it can be to bring a little ease into someone’s day. For Ann, that meant sharp knives and a friendly visit. For me, it was another reminder of why I love what I do.
If you’re in need of sharpening I have several convenient ways to get your blades to me. https://eriktheblade.com/contact/
