As meticulous as I try to be about keeping my knives sharp, they have dulled over the years…read more Therefore, I thought it best to seek a professional, local blade sharpener. After doing a quick Internet search, I discovered several options in the San Antonio area, including T.O.O. (Texas Outdoor Organizers) Knife & Tool Service, a service near Vance Jackson and Huebner Road (phone number 210-691-3330), Diamond Knife and Shear, Star Knife Sharpening, and Alamo Blade Sharpening. Many of these providers offer mobile and/or mail-in service. I wanted to get same-day service, so I called around and set up an appointment with Alamo Blade Sharpening in New Braunfels. Ernie Freeland, and his wife Debbie, own Alamo Blade Sharpening. Ernie works out of his mobile unit, but I caught him at his home for an appointment. I dropped off my collection of 5 knives, including a serrated bread knife, and a pair of shears, and they were done and sharpened within half an hour. Ernie is friendly and does good work. My 6 knives were restored to optimum sharpness and it only set me back about $40. I must point out that Ernie charges by length of blade, so the cost of sharpening is different for each knife and shear. In addition to kitchen knives, Ernie also sharpens hunting knives, clipper blades, various kinds of scissors (including surgical, and upholstery), hedge clippers/pruning shears, and chain saws. Just remember to take cash if your total price will be less than $10 because Ernie has a $10 minimum when using a credit card.

10/10 would recommend! What a fantastic experience. I literally started with block of metal and…read morewas walked through the entire process of forging a knife by hand. I was given enough steel to build pretty much whatever I wanted and got to pick whatever kind of material I wanted to use on the handle. As long as I picked a design I could finish in the 2 days I spent there, Chad was there to help me build what I wanted to build. Not only that, but this ends up a legit, strong, properly heat treated knife. He had me drop my knife tip first into cement, and then smash it into a concrete block multiple times to test the heat treating process... No real damage... try doing that with your store bought knife! He provided all the drinks and food for us all while we were there, and he didn't cheap out. He got really good food from restaurants in the area. We also had full access to his pool and hot tub, which was a welcome way to cool down after a day standing in front of a forge. Not only did I build a super cool knife, but the Caylor family welcomed me into their home and I immediately felt like I was a part of their family. The money you spend here goes straight to funding their non-profit, Reforged, which helps military and first responders that are suffering from PTSD. So not only do you get an awesome experience, but the money you are spending goes toward a good cause. For real though, this place is amazing. I'll be back.

Cool place! Knife…read morepurchase, accessories and sharpening. Very interesting place with some amazing knives and kitchen tools. We found this place pretty close to closing- We will be back to do some sharpening and to browse more.

Very professional service, reasonable prices. We found a stainless light duty Asian cleaver at an…read moreestate sale. It was dull and dangerous to use. Star did a great job and it's an absolute joy to use. We've been using them for years. Once your knife is properly sharpened then a quick whisk with a porcelain sharpening stick keeps it in top condition.

As someone who is new to firearms, I really appreciated Jeff's patience, professionalism, and…read morewillingness to share his knowledge and experience. He took the time to answer my questions thoroughly without ever making me feel rushed or uncomfortable. What impressed me most was his honesty. Rather than trying to sell me something I didn't need, he gave thoughtful advice that helped me avoid potentially costly mistakes. That level of integrity is hard to find. If you're a first-time buyer or an experienced firearm owner, I highly recommend Jeff's Gun Shop. You'll find knowledgeable guidance, trustworthy advice, and excellent customer service.

Restored to be Able to React ~…read more Several Months ago a souvenir of Sand from Jamaica broke in my bag and invaded every crevice of my Kimber. I tried to dust her off and clean the barrel with my gun kit, but didn't do a good job. I stuck my baby in the drawer and after a month or so, sliding the chamber became difficult and you could audibly hear the crunching of the sand. One of my military friends was able to clean her a bit more while scolding me and said to get her professionally cleaned. I searched Google and Jeff's Gun shop popped up near me on De Zavala. As we entered the shop, Jeff's warm smile greeted me first and of course I was proud to see the military and police emblems proudly displayed about. Being a little rusty on my weapon, Jeff Gave me a lesson on my Kimber, as well as, a discussion on the sand in my weapon. ( Sand Not Allowed) slowly downcast eyes.... He promised me that he could restore her to new and get her to the performance she was designed for. I explained that I wanted a weapon with less recoil and he recommended I try Nardis for the "Practice and Purchase" feature. I left my baby in good hands and followed his advice and headed to Nardis. I did in fact purchase a Smith and Wesson that weekend after practicing on several different weapons. Today, I picked up my baby and was amazed at the photos of the rust that invaded my weapon. In her former state, I would not have been confident that she would be able to fire correctly. Jeff took her apart and cleaned every bit of rust and sand from her interior. The care and attention to detail was evident as I slid the chamber back and forth and didn't hear a crunching sound. My baby was clean and restored to her former Glory! Thank you Jeff for taking care of my girl! This Soldier appreciates you and I Promise I'll never let her get that bad again. If you need your weapons serviced, cleaned, Advice, good conversation or a Downright Cool Dude, visit Jeff! I won't go anywhere else! Highly recommended 10 stars

It was an amazing experience for my grandfather and me! We had an absolute blast from start to…read morefinish. The two gentlemen who ran the shop were friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire experience enjoyable. Building our own knives was an incredible value, and it was easily the best of our visit. The outdoor workshop where everything took place was clean, well organized, and created a hands-on experience. I was a little nervous at first, but once we got into the shop, listened to the instructor , and received all the safety instructions. Zeus was an awesome instructor, I felt completely comfortable. Everything was explained clearly, and the process went smoothly. I highly recommend checking this place out, whether you're looking to purchase a quality knife or build your own. It's a unique experience that I would gladly come and do again!

We've lived in Texas for several years and this was one of the most fun things we have ever done!…read moreIt was my oldest bday and she loves knives. We walked in and they had a cancellation. Jay was absolutely amazing and so patient. Her knife took about 2 hrs to make and we had such a great time it felt like 20 minutes. He had great stories and kept us engaged. He communicated clearly with rules, expectations, and what each step was that she had to work on next. He had us laughing so much. Vic was another brother that was great. He kept my youngest, 9 yr old, engaged and had her complete attention. He was patient and helped her stand correctly and how to hold the hammer. And he had to repeat himself many times but never lost patience with her. He showed us how to make different nail swords and let her help too. This is a family business and honestly it is a must for any visitors, tourist, or even Texans that never see what's around them (like us!). I totally recommend bringing your family or friends. We won't regret it and you'll go home with a unique gift that you made yourself.

Russell really takes care of his customers like you would expect from a good friend. Our first…read moreinteraction was, I had a really worn 1911 that he custom cerikoted for me and years later it still looks amazing. She is no safe queen either. Thanks Russell!!

Above and beyond customer service, my dude fixed my problem in 5 min flat and made it look so easy…read more I went to 3 other well known shops in San Antonio and was turned away. Scope the website and he can get you whatever you need, ammo, guns, attachments, this dude does it all and will have my business forever! Thank you again for everything!

Came into repair a piece of metal art. They jumped on it immediately and did a fine job in just 20…read moreminutes. Quality durable weld on difficult material (brass). Cool art for sale in their shop at reasonable prices. They do the impressive metal art you are seeing recently in San Antonio parks.

A fabulous company! Very attentive to your needs, informative, having a clear understanding of your…read moreneeds. Their custom work is top-shelf, highly professional, and tailored to your needs and desires. If you have custom needs, Wanderlust Ironworks is the company you need, no need to look any further! You will be as pleased as I am, I am sure!!

Good old fashioned country knife, scissor, and tool sharpening! Hands on personal business! And…read morewhile you're making the drive to beautiful Wimberley.... there are tons of shops & restaurants open for business!! Use GPS to find this shop!!