The Sharpening Dude · Annandale, VA

Your local skate shop. Wherever you skate.

Send your skates or removable steel to Annandale for sharpening, profiling or agreed bench work. Contact us first so the service and shipping are clear.

Typically back out the door in 24–72 hours

After receipt, depending on workload. Shipping time and any wait for parts are additional. New blade orders have their own availability and timing.

At the bench

Three steps to your next edges.

  1. 01

    Confirm the work

    Tell us what you are sending, the service you need and your return address. We confirm the price and shipping arrangements.

  2. 02

    Pack and send

    Dry the skates or steel, protect the edges and pack securely in a sturdy box with padding. Include your name and the agreed work.

  3. 03

    Bench work, then back to you

    We complete the agreed work and arrange the return shipment. Allow transit time in addition to shop time.

A few useful answers

Good to know.

A few useful details before you get started.

Ask the Dude ↗
Where do I send the package?

After confirming the work with us, send it to The Sharpening Dude, 6455 Holyoke Drive, Annandale, VA 22003. Include your name and contact information inside the package.

Can I send only removable steel?

Yes. Tell us the skate model and steel size, and confirm the service first. Secure the steel so it cannot cut through the packaging or move around.

How much is shipping?

Shipping depends on the package and arrangements for your order. Confirm both directions and the total with us before sending anything.

Can you meet a game or travel deadline?

Tell us the date before shipping. Workload, parts and carrier transit affect timing. Do not rely on the typical shop turnaround as a delivery guarantee.

Does this timing apply to new Bladetech orders?

New steel orders depend on the selected blades, stock and any add-ons. Confirm the timing for your exact order separately.