# Nakano Sharpening Co. > Knife sharpening service in Bozeman, MT. Knives are sharpened entirely by hand on Japanese waterstones. No grinders. ## Prices (USD, per knife) - Paring knife: $12 - Petty/utility knife: $15 - Chef's knife up to 10": $22 - Knives over 10": $26 - Hunting/folding knife: $20 - Chips and repairs: +$10–25, quoted before work begins - Discount: $5 off your first knife ## Turnaround - Standard: 2–3 days - Express next-day: +$10 ## Logistics - Service area: Bozeman, MT - Home drop-off in Bozeman (exact address shared after booking) - Payment: Venmo at pickup, @David-Nakano (https://venmo.com/u/David-Nakano) ## How to book 1. Open the Google Form: https://forms.gle/TYoLCZKY4ANAXRK88 2. Enter the customer's details and the knives (type and count). 3. Choose standard (2–3 days) or Express next-day (+$10). 4. Submit. The drop-off address is shared after booking. 5. Pay by Venmo at pickup. ## FAQ - Drop-off: book online, drop knives at David's home in Bozeman; text when ready. - Turnaround: 2–3 days standard; Express next-day +$10. - Payment: Venmo at pickup (https://venmo.com/u/David-Nakano). - Method: by hand on Japanese waterstones, no grinders. - Chips/repairs: +$10–25, quoted first. - Not accepted: serrated or ceramic knives. - Sharpen every 3–6 months for most home cooks. - Loaner chef's knife: free, subject to availability; request when booking, return at pickup.