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Knives & Equipment Shops in California

California has 39 knives & equipment shops listed on Butcher Bud across 34 cities and towns, led by Ontario (3), El Cajon (2) and Yorba Linda (2). 35 have a rating on file. Browse by city below or open any listing for its full business page.

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Knives & Equipment Shops in California

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NC Blade, Inc.
Maggie Valley, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (234 reviews)
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Adam's Forge
Simi Valley, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (26 reviews)
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Unlimited Bladeworkz
Yorba Linda, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (20 reviews)
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New West Knifeworks & MTN MAN Toy Shop
St Helena, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (20 reviews)
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Clay and Steel, LLC
Richmond, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (14 reviews)
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J. Mutz Knives
Menifee, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (5 reviews)
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Friesla
Everson, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (4 reviews)
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FTR Food Equipment, Inc.
South El Monte, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (2 reviews)
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American Food Tech Group
Glendale, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (2 reviews)
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Stiles Food Equipment, Inc
La Habra, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (2 reviews)
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Crownpointe Customs LLC
Vacaville, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (1 reviews)
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Indian Wells Forge & Metalworks
Ridgecrest, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…5.0 (1 reviews)
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Diez Knives
Tracy, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.9 (55 reviews)
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Olson Meat Company
Orland, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.9 (37 reviews)
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Honest Knife Company
Rocklin, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.9 (29 reviews)
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Pro-Tech Knives
Placentia, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.9 (28 reviews)
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Anza Knives
El Cajon, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.9 (27 reviews)
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Meglio Knives
Escondido, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.8 (65 reviews)
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Promarksvac Corp. - Industrial Food Vacuum Packaging Machine & Commercial Meat Processing Equipment
Ontario, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.8 (25 reviews)
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Bernal Cutlery
San Francisco, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.7 (246 reviews)
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Knife Gallery Inc
Yorba Linda, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.7 (58 reviews)
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Diablo Knives
San Ramon, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.7 (23 reviews)
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Dittmer's Gourmet Meats & Wurst-Haus
Los Altos, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.6 (440 reviews)
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Dave's Meat Service
Modesto, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.6 (94 reviews)
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Toor Knives
El Cajon, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝ4.5 (79 reviews)
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Ross Cutlery
Los Angeles, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜†4.4 (159 reviews)
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West Coast Prime Meats
Brea, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜†4.4 (56 reviews)
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Sword & the Stone (Open By Appointment Only)
Burbank, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜†4.4 (22 reviews)
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Verne Maranda & Son
Elk Grove, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜†4.3 (8 reviews)
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Benchmade Knife Company
Oregon City, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝโ˜†3.9 (314 reviews)
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Mainca Usa Inc.
St. Louis, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…ยฝโ˜†3.7 (3 reviews)
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Cargill Meat Solutions
Fresno, California
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜†โ˜†3.4 (136 reviews)
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MPBS Industries
Los Angeles, California
โ˜…โ˜…ยฝโ˜†โ˜†2.9 (10 reviews)
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Old Knife Shop
Buena Park, California
โ˜…โ˜…ยฝโ˜†โ˜†2.8 (15 reviews)
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Cargill Manteca, CA Distribution Center
Manteca, California
โ˜…โ˜…ยฝโ˜†โ˜†2.6 (32 reviews)
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Introvac Corp - Best Economical Vacuum Sealer
Ontario, California
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PROMARKSVAC CORP - Meat Processing Equipment Manufacturer
Ontario, California
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California Food Machinery
Lodi, California
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Cv forge
Coachella, California
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Knives & Equipment Shops in California - Local Guide

The right tools make an enormous difference in the kitchen and the processing floor. Whether you're a professional butcher, a serious home cook, or a hunter who processes their own game, quality knives and equipment produce better results.

California has emerged as a national leader in sustainable and pasture-raised meat. The farm-to-table movement took root here, and today the state is home to hundreds of small-scale ranchers, grass-fed beef operations, and artisan butchers committed to transparency in sourcing.

How to Choose a Knives & Equipment Shop in California

  • Invest in a quality knife sharpener or use a professional sharpening service.
  • For butchering, a stiff boning knife and a flexible fillet knife are the two most versatile tools you can own.
  • Ask about steel grade when buying knives.
  • For game processing, consider a dedicated bone saw or reciprocating saw with a meat blade.
  • Vacuum sealers are one of the best investments for anyone who buys bulk meat.

How Do You Get the Most from Knives & Equipment Shops in California?

A basic home butchery kit includes a chef's knife, a stiff boning knife, a flexible fillet knife, a honing steel, and a large cutting board. For whole-animal processing, add a cleaver, a hand saw, and a meat grinder.

When Is the Best Season for Knives & Equipment Shops in California?

Knife and equipment shops see their busiest season heading into fall hunting season. The holiday season is also popular for quality kitchen knives as gifts.

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FAQ: Knives & Equipment Shops in California

How many knives & equipment shops are in California?
Butcher Bud lists 39 knives & equipment shops in California across 34 cities and towns. 35 of them have a rating on file, averaging 4.5 stars. The cities with the most listed are Ontario (3), El Cajon (2), Yorba Linda (2), Los Angeles (2) and Rocklin (1).
Which cities in California have the most knives & equipment shops?
The California cities with the most knives & equipment shops on Butcher Bud are Ontario (3), El Cajon (2), Yorba Linda (2), Los Angeles (2), Rocklin (1) and Tracy (1). In total, knives & equipment shops are listed in 34 California cities and towns, each with its own page in the Browse by City section above.
What are the highest rated knives & equipment shops in California?
Among the knives & equipment shops listed in California, the highest rated on file are NC Blade, Inc. in Maggie Valley (5.0 stars from 234 reviews), Adam's Forge in Simi Valley (5.0 stars from 26 reviews) and Unlimited Bladeworkz in Yorba Linda (5.0 stars from 20 reviews).
What should I look for in a knives and equipment shop in California?
Invest in a quality knife sharpener or use a professional sharpening service. For butchering, a stiff boning knife and a flexible fillet knife are the two most versatile tools you can own. Ask about steel grade when buying knives. Visiting in person and asking questions will tell you a lot about the quality and commitment of the operation.
What is the best time of year to buy from knives & equipment shops in California?
Knife and equipment shops see their busiest season heading into fall hunting season. The holiday season is also popular for quality kitchen knives as gifts. Calling ahead to confirm hours and availability is always a good idea. For game processing, consider a dedicated bone saw or reciprocating saw with a meat blade.
How do I add my knives and equipment shop to Butcher Bud?
Submit a free listing at butcherbud.com/submit-listing. Free submissions go live automatically when they pass basic checks: a real business name, a recognized meat or farm category, a valid contact email and a state. Submissions that miss a check are held for a person to review first. Paid Premium and Featured plans place a listing above free listings on city and state pages like this one.