Custom profile knife grinding has been a specialty at Charles G. G. Schmidt & Co., Inc. since 1926. By combining the latest CNC technology with time-proven tool-making traditions, we continue to be a major supplier of custom knives and cutters to the woodworking industry. When you need a knife ground to an exact profile — whether it’s a one-off match or a production run — you can count on us for fast, accurate, dependable service.

The process couldn’t be simpler. Just tell us the type of knife you need and provide a sketch, a wood sample, or a DXF file, and we’ll do the rest. Our knife-grinding experts reproduce your profile precisely, so the finished knife drops into your machine and cuts the shape you expect the first time.

Custom Knives Ground to Your Exact Profile

Every shop has profiles that don’t exist in a catalog — a legacy moulding to match, a customer’s custom design, or a worn knife that needs replacing. That’s exactly the work we’ve specialized in for nearly a hundred years. Send us what you have to work from and we’ll grind a knife that matches:

• A dimensioned sketch or drawing of the profile
• A physical wood sample of the molding or part
• A DXF file for direct CNC reproduction
• A sample of the existing knife you need duplicated

Over 170 Standard Profiles In Stock

If you need a common profile, you may not need a custom grind at all. We stock more than 170 standard profiles for corrugated back heads and the Williams & Hussey molder, including a full range of:

• Casings
• Crowns
• Baseboards
• Chair rails

Ask us for our standard profile list to find the casing, crown, baseboard, or chair rail you need — ready to ship and ready to run.

Carbide-Tipped and SCHure-Lock Knives Are Our Specialty

For demanding production and abrasive materials, carbide-tipped and SCHure-lock carbide knives are a CGG Schmidt specialty. Carbide holds a sharp edge far longer than steel, reducing downtime and regrinds on high-volume runs, while our SCHure-lock system delivers secure, repeatable knife setups for consistent results cut after cut. Whatever your volume and material, we’ll recommend the construction that keeps you running longest at the best value.

Why Choose CGG Schmidt for Profile Knife Grinding

• Nearly 100 years of profile knife-grinding experience — specialists since 1926
• The latest CNC grinding technology paired with traditional tool-making craft
• Fast, accurate, dependable turnaround on custom knives and cutters
• Over 170 standard profiles in stock for corrugated heads and Williams & Hussey molders
• Carbide-tipped and SCHure-lock carbide knives for long edge life and secure setups

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I order a custom profile knife?

Just send us the type of knife you need along with a sketch, a wood sample, or a DXF file. We reproduce the profile precisely and grind the knife for you — no need to provide finished tooling.

Do you grind knives for Williams & Hussey molders?

Yes. We stock over 170 standard profiles for corrugated back heads and the Williams & Hussey molder, and we grind custom profiles for both as well.

What standard profiles do you keep in stock?

Our in-stock standard profiles include casings, crowns, baseboards, and chair rails — more than 170 profiles in all. Ask us for the full standard profile list.

What’s the difference between carbide-tipped and SCHure-lock knives?

Carbide-tipped knives hold a cutting edge much longer than steel, making them ideal for abrasive materials and high-volume work. SCHure-lock is our carbide knife system engineered for secure, repeatable setups. We’ll help you choose the right option for your application.

How long have you been grinding profile knives?

Charles G. G. Schmidt & Co., Inc. has specialized in custom profile knife grinding since 1926 — nearly a century of experience supplying knives and cutters to the woodworking industry.

Need a profile matched? Send us a sketch, sample, or DXF file and let our grinding experts handle the rest.