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⭐ Complete Course Bundle — All 18 Technical Modules

Get every technical module in one purchase, including complete A-to-Z training and future content updates in one convenient location.

Unlock the Complete Course — $1,500

Individual Professional Sharpening Modules

1. Convex Edge / Japanese Edge / Hamaguri Theory

Learn the geometry you are protecting and why maintaining it matters for professional sharpening results.

Get Module — $99

2. Sharpening Machines

Compare Flat Hone and Twice As Sharp machines, including setup, maintenance, strengths, and trade-offs.

Get Module — $99

3. Ride Lines

Learn what the ride line does, how to maintain or restore the seal, and how to recognize failures.

Get Module — $99

4. J-Hooks

Identify J-hooks and nylon guides, evaluate their performance, and correct common problems.

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5. Sharpening Pads for Flat Hone

Understand pad materials, grit choices, finishing techniques, and feedback on a flat hone.

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6. Sharpening Wheels for Twice As Sharp

Learn wheel types, profiling, proper use, and maintenance for Twice As Sharp machines.

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7. Water Stones

Learn soak versus splash-and-go stones, grit progression, flattening, and surface preparation.

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8. Lapping Plates

Learn proper flattening routines, maintain stone trueness, and keep sharpening surfaces accurate.

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9. Tension Systems

Understand hand-knob, UFO, spring, bearing, and rubber tension systems, including testing and adjustment.

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10. Setting Shears / Hammer & Anvil

Learn controlled hammering, proper support, and how to judge set, tip crossing, and tension.

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11. Proper Tip Alignment

Diagnose tip misalignment, make precise adjustments, and create a clean and safe closing action.

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12. Scissor Types

Understand right-handed, left-handed, swivel, thinning, chunking, and texturizing shears.

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13. Edge Types

Compare convex, semi-convex, beveled, and serrated edges and the proper sharpening approach for each.

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14. Forged vs. Cast

Learn how the manufacturing process affects steel behavior, sharpening performance, and longevity.

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15. Oiling & Maintenance

Learn disinfection, proper oiling points, screw cleaning, and practical shear-maintenance schedules.

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16. Fitting Guide

Learn proper shear fit for different hands, improve ergonomics, and make practical fitting adjustments.

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17. Problem Solving

Diagnose and correct pushing, bending, folding hair, and other common cutting-performance problems.

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18. Marketing Your Sharpening Business

Learn how to attract customers, retain accounts, and grow a professional shear-sharpening business.

Get Module — $249

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I watch the modules?

After purchase, you will receive a secure link to a hidden page on our website where the video is embedded. We use domain-restricted streaming so playback only works on our pages.

Can I download the videos?

We provide streaming for smooth playback and to protect the training demonstrations. Select modules may also include downloadable notes or checklists.

Will I lose access if you change video platforms?

No. Your links point to pages on our website. If the video platform changes, we update the embedded video while your page link remains the same.

Is there a refund policy?

We stand behind the training. If you are not satisfied within seven days of purchase, contact support and we will make it right.