# Mobile knife sharpening van

Runs a mobile knife sharpening service from a van, charging per inch of blade, mostly at farmers markets.

| Tag | Value | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Services and freelancing | 95% |
| Earns from | Service fees | 96% |
| Startup cost (estimate) | Over $10k | 80% |
| Time (estimate) | Part-time | 46% (low) |
| Where | In person | 85% |
| Coding | No coding needed | 99% |

Source: [Ask HN: Do you have an unusual income source](https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48635449), Hacker News, jpsimons, 2026-06-22
Page: https://allsidehustleideas.com/ideas/mobile-knife-sharpening-van-c0522d

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