Chef'sChoice Scissorpro Electric Professional Scissors Sharpener with Diamond Honing Features Precise Angle Guides to Help Repair and Restore Blades For Right- and Left-Handed Scissors, 2-Stage, White

After reading the reviews on this product, I had it on my list of 'things I really would like to have someday' for quite a while. I have tons of different types of scissors, everything from kitchen shears, sewing scissors, craft scissors for all types of crafts and crochet projects, and detail scissors for scrapbooking and card making... along with lots of childrens scissors for the grandkids to use. Seemed like everytime I picked up a pair, they were dull, and I was constantly having to buy new pairs, tossing the old ones in a box...with the thought that someday I would figure out how the heck to sharpen those in a reasonable way. Well, 'someday' arrived. I saved my money up, to finally purchase the Chef's Choice 500 ScissorPro. I read the instructions, hauled out my box of scissors, washed the goo and glu off them first, and proceeded to give it a try, starting with my least fav pair first to practice on (a pair that had a small knick in one blade). I used a papertowel to try a test cut before sharpening. It not only wouldn't cut the towel, it bent it rather than cut, lol. Then after sharpening the pair... voilaaaa...it cut like a charm...cleanly and consistently with each snip (though on this pair, I did run it through several times to even out the knick in the blade)! AMAZING!! So I moved onto the next pair, and the next. Time after time, doing test cuts before and after, on the paper towel, with each pair. AMAZING, AMAZING, AMAZING... did I say AMAZING?! It worked so well, on literally every pair I sharpened, that I took it over to our kid's houses, had them haul out all their pairs, and sharpened theirs for them too. Now they're saving up for one, as they would like their own. I thought the price was a bit high, but considering how much I've spent over the years on scissors (and gas to have to go out shopping for more), I feel it's worth the money. I only wish I would have had this product years ago, before spending so much on scissors over the years. We also have the knife sharpener (a separate product... this scissor sharpener can't be used for knives)... but the knife sharpener works very well too. Now if they can just invent a product like this for pinking shears and decorative edge scissors.... and toenail clippers.... (lol) Oh yes, almost forgot, the product arrived in a very timely manner, as well. Chef's Choice 500 ScissorPro Professional Diamond Hone Scissor Sharpener

Small learning curve but then I found this product brought my scissors back to like new condition

I moved to Hilo, Hawai’i and realized that there are no scissors-sharpening services available here. So I decided to “splurge” and purchased this product to sharpen my mom’s and my many old scissors, many of which are excellent brands like Wiss and Gingher. Some were so old and rusty, but I knew that they were good-quality scissors. This product worked wonders! At first I was tentative when using it, but I realized that I did not need to be afraid. So I kept sharpening the scissors until I could feel the “burr” (rough edge) across the entire length of the blades. I learned that both blades of each scissors need to be sharpened. I used the coarse edge a lot since my scissors were so old and rusty. All eight pairs of scissors are very sharp and can slide through newspaper easily. The trick is not to be afraid and just dive in and keep going until you can feel the burr. I absolutely love this product and cannot recommend it enough! I even offered to sharpen my neighbors and friends scissors because I enjoyed it so much. Thank you for a terrific product!

The best way yet to sharpen scissors

Arrived when expected and was packed well to prevent damage. The instructions are very specific concerning how to hold your scissors including a recommendation to do a practice swipe or two without turning on the machine. Apparently there are some scissors that are not suitable for use with this machine and these are described in the instructions. My first test was on a pair of junk drawer scissors. These scissors are used to cut paper, string, tape, cardboard and plastic on a daily basis. They still cut, but it is an effort. I did a couple of practice runs and then 4 swipes on each side. The scissors were noticeably sharper. I then sharpened fabric scissors which were cutting fabric at an acceptable level. I did 2 swipes on each side. They seemed to cut slightly better (a bit less effort). I did 2 more swipes. Nice clean cuts and seemed to be an easier effort. Glad I purchased this.

Don't spend your money on any other sharpener. This one is a little pricey compared to others, but it is absolutely wonderful. I sew alot and I have many pairs of scissors. I had one pair that I had mistreated and they had a big ol' nick in one of the blades. Well, this sharpener took that right out and they are as good as new. It is easy to use and will sharpen almost any size scissors - I have sharpened everything from my embroidery tiny little scissors to my largest shears. It will even make cheap scissors sharp again. I have sharpened scissors for the neighbors. Considering a nice pair of sewing scissors can be as much as $25.00 you will repay yourself for this sharpener right away. I also have this brand of knife sharpener and I love it too.

It seems like it would be easy, but its hard to use. You have to get the angle exactly right and thats not easy. It also won't sharpen shorter scissors-they have to be full length to fit. It also didn't sharpen the scissors very well. It only made them a little bit sharper after several tries. Kind of a waste of money.

One of the best purchases I have made. My better scissors are sharpened quite well. The cheaper scissors, not so much. I am still very happy with my choice.

I have looked at many scissor sharpeners and decided to try this one based on the reviews. It does work easily and is an excellent tool for my clothing design shop.

Tout d'abord, malgré les fêtes, la livraison a été très rapide - Je l'ai essayé immédiatement sur deux paires de ciseaux que je n'utilisais plus et j'avoue avoir été ravi par la simplicité d'utilisation et le résultat. Je ne l'ai pas encore testé sur les ciseaux de couture destinés à la coupe des tissus car il faut repérer les lames (mâle et femelle) et bien sûr, il faut voir sa fiabilité dans le temps, mais ma première impression est bonne - De plus, l'affutage par professionnel est onéreux, donc l'expérience est à tenter.

ME HA SOLVENTADO EL PROBLEMA QUE TENÍA CON EL AFILADO DE TIJERAS DE COCINA, ES MUY PRÁCTICO PUES DISPONESDE EL CUANDO LO NECESITAS Y NO TIENES QUE IR BUSCANDO POR LA CIUDAD LOS POCOS AFILADORES QUE QUEDAN.ES DE UN TAMAÑO PEQUEÑO, NO PESA MUCHO Y OCUPA POCO SITIO. EL DIAMANTE AFILA MUY BIEN.

It is fine

I have many pairs of scissors that I use/have used for my sewing business. I normally pay to have the really expensive pairs sharpened professionally, while the cheaper ones became a collection of less-than-ideal models. With this sharpener, they all can cut fabric again! At the professional sharpening rates that I've been paying, this machine has paid for itself in one round of sharpening.