Lubbock's trusted knife shop since 2003
Mon–Sat 10–7 · (806) 993-3355
Lubbock · Est. 2003 · Family-Owned

Put it in your pocket.
See how it feels.

Lubbock's trusted knife shop since 2003. Walk in, hold it, and we'll help you pick the right one — for the kitchen, the field, the pocket, or the wall.

20+ Years in Lubbock · Custom Engraving · Special Orders · Family-Owned
Benchmade· Buck· Cobratec· William Henry· Case· Kershaw· Gerber· CRKT· Cold Steel· Leatherman· + Special Orders·
Find Your Blade

Tell us the job. We'll match the steel.

Every blade has a purpose. Pick yours and we'll point you to the right wall — in person.

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Our Story

More than a knife store.

We've been Lubbock's home for premium blades since 2003. Family-owned, hands-on, and proud of it. Whether you need a hunting companion, a kitchen workhorse, an heirloom collectible, or a gift you'll engrave on the spot — we'll show you what works, why it works, and how it feels in your hand. No pressure. No upsell. Just real guidance from people who know blades.

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For the Kitchen

Upgrade the tool you use every day.

Japanese steel. German precision. William Henry artistry. From the chef who lives at the cutting board to the home cook who's tired of dull blades — we'll help you find the knife that makes prep feel different.

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What We Carry

The wall is stocked. Come see it.

We're not an online store. We're a hands-on shop in Lubbock with a wall full of blades and two people behind the counter who actually know them. Pick a category, then come hold one — it's the only way to know.

Everyday Carry

Pocket folders for daily work.

Benchmade, Buck, Kershaw, CRKT, Cobratec — folders built for a real day. Clip-carry assisted-openers, slipjoints, framelock titanium, and quality budget options. We'll match the steel and lock to how you'll actually use it.

Kitchen Knives

Japanese steel. German precision.

Chef knives, santokus, paring, and bread blades from premium makers including William Henry. From the chef who lives at the cutting board to the home cook tired of dull blades — we'll help you find the one that fits your hand and the way you cook. In-store engraving available.

Hunting & Outdoor

Side-carry fixed blades, leather sheaths.

Skinners, drop-points, gut hooks, and bushcraft fixed blades. Buck, Cold Steel, Gerber, and more. Leather sheath options available. Built for West Texas hunters who need it to work the first time and every time.

Collectible & High-End

Heirloom pieces and limited runs.

William Henry artistry, limited Benchmade drops, and rare patterns. Investment-grade pieces and gifts that last generations. Engraving turns any of them into a one-of-one. These don't show up online — you have to come see them.

Swords

Battle-ready, fantasy, and display.

Functional steel and decorative pieces. Movie replicas (yes, the Kill Bill style), katanas, fantasy and historical patterns, plus battle-ready blades. Display stands available. Pictures don't do them justice — come hold one.

Self-Defense

Pepper spray, stun guns, flashlights.

Pepper spray, stun guns, tactical flashlights, and self-defense keychains. Walk in and we'll help you pick something appropriate, legal, and easy to carry every day — with real guidance, not a sales pitch.

Gifts Under $100

Engraved and ready to give.

Quality blades that fit a budget. Add custom engraving in-store while you wait — name, date, monogram, short message. Perfect for groomsmen, graduations, retirements, and just-because gifts.

Special Orders

Don't see it? We'll get it.

If it's a brand we carry — Benchmade, Buck, Cobratec, William Henry, Case, Kershaw, Gerber, CRKT, Cold Steel, Leatherman — we can almost always order it. No deposit required to ask. Stop in or call and we'll check availability and pricing.

Why Come See Us

A knife is personal. Come find yours.

Pictures can't tell you how a blade balances, how the handle sits in your palm, or whether it's the right tool for what you actually do. We can. Stop in, talk to us, and leave with a knife you'll actually love.

01

Hold It First

Feel the weight. Check the grip. Test how it rides in your pocket. A knife has to fit — like a good pair of boots.

02

Talk to Real Experts

We've been doing this since 2003. Tell us what you need it for and we'll walk you through steel, edge, and build — in plain English.

03

See the Whole Wall

Hundreds of blades from 25+ brands. Folders, fixed blades, kitchen, swords, collectibles. The picture online is one option. We'll show you ten.

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Leave With It Today

In stock. Engraved while you wait if you want it personalized. No shipping, no waiting, no second-guessing.

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6620 Milwaukee Ave, Space 800 · Lubbock · Mon–Sat 10–7
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In-Store Engraving

Make it his. Make it hers. Make it forever.

Custom engraving while you wait. Names, dates, monograms, brief inscriptions — done in-store on the blade you pick. Perfect for groomsmen gifts, retirement, graduation, anniversaries, or just because.

  • ✓ Fast turnaround — most jobs done while you wait
  • ✓ Works on most blades we sell
  • ✓ Bring your own knife (subject to material/condition)
  • ✓ Bulk pricing for groomsmen, corporate gifts, retirement
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What Lubbock Says

Real customers. Real blades.

A few words from neighbors who walked in and walked out with the right knife.

★★★★★

"Walked in not knowing what I wanted. Walked out with the perfect Benchmade and a story to tell. They actually know their stuff."

— Verified Lubbock Customer
★★★★★

"Got a William Henry engraved for my dad's retirement. They handled it on the spot, and he almost cried. Best gift I've ever given."

— Local Customer
★★★★★

"They have swords. They have folders. They have kitchen knives that completely changed how I cook. I'm a customer for life."

— Lubbock, TX

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Find Us

Stop in. Hold one. Trust your hands.

We're tucked into a friendly corner of South Lubbock. Easy parking. Plenty of light. Always coffee.

The Knife Guys

Address
6620 Milwaukee Avenue, Space 800
Lubbock, TX 79424
Hours
Mon–Sat · 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday · Closed
Service Area
Lubbock, South Plains, West Texas
FAQ

Questions, answered.

What brands do you carry?

We stock Benchmade, Buck, Cobratec, William Henry, Case, Kershaw, Gerber, CRKT, Cold Steel, Leatherman, plus assorted fantasy and movie-replica swords. If we don't have it on the wall, we can usually special-order it from any brand we carry.

Do you do custom engraving in-store?

Yes. Most engraving jobs are done in-store while you wait. Names, dates, monograms, short inscriptions. Bring your own knife or pick one off the wall — we'll talk you through what works on what material.

Can you special-order something I don't see?

If it's a brand we carry, almost always. Stop in or call (806) 993-3355 and we'll check availability and pricing. No deposit required to ask.

Do you sell swords and battle-ready blades?

We do. From display pieces and movie replicas (yes, the Kill Bill style) to functional, battle-ready steel. Come see the wall — pictures don't do them justice.

Do you carry kitchen knives?

Absolutely. Japanese steel, German precision, William Henry artistry. We'll help you pick a knife that actually fits your hand and the way you cook.

What about self-defense items?

Pepper spray, stun guns, tactical flashlights, and self-defense keychains. Walk in and we'll help you find something appropriate, legal, and easy to carry.

Where are you located?

6620 Milwaukee Avenue, Space 800, Lubbock, TX 79424 — South Lubbock, easy parking. Mon–Sat 10–7. Closed Sundays.

Do you ship?

We're a walk-in, hands-on shop. The whole point is "put it in your pocket and see how it feels." Local pickup is the way.

Special Order or Question

Don't see what you want? Tell us.

Special orders, custom engraving projects, gifts for groomsmen or retirement, bulk corporate orders — drop the details below and we'll text or email you back, usually same day.