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Making Sharp Happen Since 1973 - in the work shop, the kitchen, and in the field.

06/03/2026

The Madrone didn't happen by accident.

Every material, process, and design choice came with tradeoffs.

One of the questions we've been getting is why we chose aluminum for the handle. Dan breaks down the reasoning behind that decision, what it brings to the knife, and what it unlocks for us at Work Sharp Manufacturing.

The Madrone didn't happen by accident.

Every material, process, and design choice came with tradeoffs.

One of the questions we've been getting is why we chose aluminum for the handle. Dan breaks down the reasoning behind that decision, what it brings to the knife, and what it unlocks for us at Work Sharp Manufacturing.

Aluminum was the first step. What material or process would you like to see us explore next?

Photos from Work Sharp's post 05/29/2026

Built closer to home.

Work Sharp Manufacturing is up and running, and behind every machine, every part, and every new project is a team making it happen every day here in Southern Oregon.

Meet a few of the people helping build WSMFG from the ground up and raising the standard for machine shop culture

Matt — Shop Foreman
Merlin — Lead Machinist
Dario — Operations & Receiving Technician

New products. New capabilities. New opportunities.

This is just the beginning.

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Ashland, OR

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Monday 6am - 5pm
Tuesday 6am - 5pm
Wednesday 6am - 5pm
Thursday 6am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm