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Michael Bernard (Knife sharpening unit)
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Their Story
Michael Bernard's journey into professional knife sharpening is rooted in a long and distinguished culinary career. He spent 30 years as a chef in Auckland, followed by stints cooking on ships and eventually owning his own restaurant. This extensive background in professional kitchens instilled in…
What They Make
- Professional knife sharpening service (kitchen knives, spades, secateurs, axes, scissors)
- Knife repair and restoration (fixing broken tips, neglected handles, general damage)
Awards & Recognition
- Keeping your knives in good nick — Featured in NZ Herald article(2013)
More from Michael Bernard (Knife sharpening unit)
Knife repairRestoration of old or damaged knivesFixing broken tipsRefurbishing neglected handles
How to Get Their Products
Direct Sales
Snells Beach, New Zealand
Matakana Farmers' Market (physical service), Home visits (by appointment)