Gunsmithing & Knife Sharpening Services in the San Antonio, TX Area

At Buck & Doe’s Mercantile, we go beyond the typical gun shop experience. Whether you’re here for our state-of-the-art indoor gun range, top-tier firearms and hunting gear, or expert gunsmithing services, you’ll find unmatched quality and customer care. Our gunsmithing department upholds the same high standards that have made us a trusted name in the San Antonio shooting and hunting community. It’s no surprise we were voted “Best Gun Club” in San Antonio for 2021, 2022, 2024, and 2025 by the San Antonio Express-News Reader’s Choice Awards. Come see why hunters, shooters, and gun enthusiasts alike choose Buck & Doe’s.

Our expert gunsmiths offer a wide range of firearm services, including sonic cleaning, scope mounting and bore sighting, trigger installation, rifle stock bedding, muzzle device installation, and specialized AR-15/AR-10 work. Whether you’re a hunter preparing for the next season or a shooting enthusiast maintaining your gear, Buck & Doe’s Mercantile is your trusted destination in the San Antonio, TX area for firearm cleaning, repairs, and modifications. As always, you can give us a call with any questions.

Knife Sharpening

Keeping your knives and cutting tools sharp not only improves performance but also ensures safer handling—whether you’re out in the field, on a hunt, or in the kitchen. At Buck & Doe’s Mercantile, we use a professional water-cooled sharpening system to restore your blades to like-new sharpness while minimizing material loss and heat damage. Our sharpening service is affordable and precise: just $7 for blades up to 5 inches and $10 for blades up to 12 inches. If you’re looking for reliable knife sharpening in San Antonio, TX, trust the team that hunters, outdoorsmen, and shooting enthusiasts count on. Visit Buck & Doe’s today for fast, expert service.

Signs That You Need Knife Sharpening Services

Buck and Doe’s offers professional knife sharpening services to clients throughout the San Antonio area. Our goal is to keep your knife in exKeeping your knives in excellent condition ensures they’re always ready when you need them—whether in the kitchen, on a hunt, or at the range. Recognizing when it’s time to sharpen your knife is essential for maintaining both performance and safety. Here are key signs that it’s time to visit Buck & Doe’s Mercantile for professional knife sharpening services in San Antonio, TX:

Difficulty Cutting: If your knife struggles to slice through materials it once handled with ease, it’s likely dull. A sharp blade should glide through with minimal effort.
Visible Dullness: Look at the blade under light. A sharp edge won’t reflect light, but a dull one will.
The Paper Test: Hold a sheet of paper upright and try slicing it. If the knife tears rather than slices cleanly, it needs sharpening.
Increased Pressure: Using more force than usual to cut is a sign your blade is losing its edge.
Edge Irregularities: Gently run your fingers along the blade (with caution). If you feel nicks or uneven spots, it’s time for a sharpening.
Accidents & Slippage: A dull knife can slip more easily during use, increasing your risk of injury.

Routine maintenance and proper sharpening not only improve your knife’s performance but also extend its lifespan. Whether you need your kitchen knives, EDC tools, or hunting knives serviced, our skilled team uses a commercial-grade, water-cooled sharpening system to restore your blade’s precision while preserving its integrity.

Stop by Buck & Doe’s Mercantile today for fast, reliable knife sharpening—or contact us with any questions about our services!

Services & Pricing

Pistol Services

Pistol Sight Install Service	$60
Pistol Sight Install XD/FN/SIG Service	$75
Trigger Installation Handgun	$75
Co-Witness Optics I Laser Install	$50

AR Services

AR Lower Build Out Service	$90
AR Build – Upper	$90
AR Barrel Installation Service	$90
AR Buffer Tube / Stock Replacement	$50
Stock Replacement	$30
AR Trigger Installation	$50
Gas Block Install	$70
AR Fore Grip Install	$20
AR Hand Guard Install	$85
AR Furniture Swap	$70
AR Grip Install	$15

Rifle Services

Bore Sighting Service	$30
Install / Index Muzzle Device	$50
Scope Mounting Service	$60
Trigger Installation Long Gun	$100
Lap Scope Ring	$50
Recoil Pad Install	$75

Cleaning Services

Pistol Sonic Clean & Lube – No Optics	$65
Rifle Sonic Clean & Lube with Scope	$90
Pistol Clean & Lube with Optics	$80
Remove Excess Copper Fouling from Bore	$75
Rifle Sonic Clean & Lube – No Scope	$75
Excessive Lead Fouling	$75

Gunsmith Labor Rate

General Labor Rate Per Hour

$75

Knife Sharpening

5 Inch Blade or Smaller	$7
5 Inch Blade or Larger	$10

Meet Our Gunsmith

Zach

Zach is degreed in Firearms Technology from the highly recognized Sonoran Desert Institute – School of Firearms Technology. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Neurobiology & Physiology from Purdue University and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from The University of Texas at San Antonio. Zach is a seasoned… Read More

A Few Words from Our Clients

Came here with my girlfriend in Nov. 2024.
It was a great experience, easy, reasonably priced and beginner friendly.
I have a handful of past range trips, but it was my girlfriend’s first time shooting. Kali showed us around, walked us through the basics and went above and beyond throughout our time at Buck & Does.
Appreciate you Kali, thank you for the kindness you showed us.

I T

My first visit to Buck & Does Mercantile was to complete my LTC-101 range proficiency. I found the instructor (Mr. Ron Benton) to be highly knowledgable, friendly, and professional. I definitely will be returning to Buck & Doe’s in the future for all of my firearm needs.

Scott Quint

Got a membership here recently and have been going a few times a week since then. The employees are very nice and welcoming to people all of experience levels. They have a great inventory and are fair on prices. Range is clean, well ventilated, and everything is well maintained. As far as safety they do a great job of keeping an eye on all of the lanes at all times, but also give you room to breathe unlike some places. Highly recommend them and will continue to train here as long as i’m in town!

Isaac M

This is a nice facility. Good selections of firearms and ammunition. Very nice indoor range facilities. A bit on the pricey side, but I think it’s worth the cost. The staff seems knowledgeable. My only request would be for the staff to …

Landrum Gay

I want to take the time to recognize RON, who works at Bucks and Does. I came there with my family and this gentlemen was flat out amazing. He helped us to zero a couple of A-R’s and perform some maintenance on a few handguns. Who does that? I mean I was going to try to figure this out from a YouTube video. Ron’s helpfulness, demeanor, knowledge, and patience is what every person needs when they go to a range or gun store. I haven’t zeroed a weapon in 30 years and I felt like I was back at basic training learning from a drill instructor who was a friend. I was considering going somewhere else to do my training and to get my LTC. Well that’s not happening. I will soon be taking the course online offered by Buc and Does since I’m not available on Saturdays. I will then be booking a session with Ron for the shooting portion of the test. That is what amazing customer service looks like. It will create its own business through satisfied customers. I have always said people don’t care how much you know until they KNOW HOW MUCH YOU CARE! Ron and the rest of the staff are the epitome of what excellence in the workplace is supposed to look like. Give this man a raise and give him some recognition. I encourage anyone that is considering checking out a gun range and all that comes with it to look no further than Buck and Doe’s Mercantile. Say hello to Ron and the guys when you are there, you won’t be disappointed!

Johnny August

I took the beginner’s course on 08/04/2023. The instructor, Ron, was very informative, funny, and direct. He let us get comfortable with a 22 handgun in the classroom before taking us to the range. We could only shoot ten rounds, which I felt was not enough to get comfortable shooting on my own. The staff are helpful, the indoor range is excellent, and the store has something for everyone.

Angie Reyes

Clean and safe. Had no problems with me bringing my machine guns. Very friendly staff. Neat boutique. Cool concept of a leather craftsman shop in the open. Not the cheapest place but it’s not designed to be. Use double ear pro though. Had guys shooting ar10 next to us and I went out to get foam plugs to go with my muffs.

Adam Wagner

Attended a date night event at Buck & Does and had a great time! The package came with time at both their archery and gun range, and afterwards they provided a range of cocktails and food for all participants. Brianna, the event organizer, was especially helpful when we had questions about signing up and made the experience really enjoyable. Will be back for sure, thank you Brianna for a new, fun outing that my husband and I can enjoy together!

Linda Figueroa

I took a private lesson with Ron, and he was so patient, encouraging, and informative. He stressed safety throughout and ensured I felt comfortable, building my confidence and tailoring the lesson to my pace. He welcomed any questions; offered thorough, solid instruction; exuded professionalism; and made me laugh quite a bit, too. Thank you for a great lesson!

Pacer S.

Our group of 5 had a blast at Buck & Doe’s. Our instructor, Paul, was informative and in good humor duing our lesson prior to our first shooting experience. I highly recommend the group format. We all had a great time in a fun and safe environment. Thanks Paul for sharing your expertise and time with us. Cheers!

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