Knife Restoration · Austin, TX
Knife Tip Repair Done Right
Broken tip? Snapped point? Chipped corner? We restore knife tips to full function with the same professional regrind process used to build custom blades.
Same-day porch pickup · Austin, TX · 148 reviews, 4.8 stars
What We Can Fix
Most tip damage is fully repairable
How Tips Break
Understanding the cause helps prevent the next one
Prying or Twisting
Using the tip as a can opener or to pry bottle caps — the most common cause of clean snap breaks.
Dropping on Hard Floors
Tile and stone floors snap tips cleanly. Even a short drop at the right angle cracks high-carbon steel.
Dishwasher Rattling
Blades banging against other metal in the dishwasher chip and micro-fracture tips over many cycles.
Improper Sharpening
Pull-through sharpeners and inconsistent whetstone technique can wear the tip asymmetrically until it breaks.
Our Repair Process
Four steps from broken to better than new
Assessment
We look at the break angle, steel lost, and whether the tip geometry can be fully restored before quoting.
Profile Regrind
We grind back both sides to meet at a new tip — the most labor-intensive part of the repair.
Bevel Restoration
The new tip gets the same bevel angle and profile as the rest of the blade so it feels continuous.
Full Edge Sharpen
We run the whole blade through our sharpening progression — you get a consistently sharp edge tip to heel.
Common Questions
Can a completely snapped tip be repaired?
Usually yes, as long as enough steel remains to grind a new point. For breaks less than 1 inch from the tip, full restoration is almost always possible.
Will the knife be shorter after tip repair?
Slightly — maybe 3–8mm depending on the break. It won't look or feel shorter in use.
How much does knife tip repair cost?
Tip repair is priced as a restoration job starting at $15–$25 depending on severity. We quote honestly before starting.
How long does it take?
We can usually complete tip repair same-day with porch pickup. Drop off in the morning, get it back sharp by evening.
Is it worth repairing vs buying a new knife?
Almost always yes. A quality chef's knife costs $80–$300+. Tip repair is a fraction of replacement and restores the blade you already know.
Don't Toss That Knife. We Can Fix It.
Tip repair is one of the most satisfying jobs we do — giving a beloved knife a second life. Book porch pickup and we'll handle the rest.