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