Originally known as DC Sharp, District Cutlery was created at Union Market in 2012 as specialized resource to the market’s budding food community. Founded by brothers Derek & Ryan Swanson, the team at District Cutlery marry old world craftsmanship to new world tools and techniques. From high performance brands such as Takamura and Kurosaki Knives to popular brands such as Wusthof and Shun, chefs and home cooks alike come to District Cutlery to improve their knife game. Trained by the world’s master knife makers, the Swansons’ knife sharpening and repair service is trusted by the kitchen staffs of DC’s best restaurants.