If you build model trains then you know about this place. It's basically the oldest of the old…read moreschool hobby stores. It has pretty much all the stuff you might find in the Walthers catalog for the last several decades. It's the best place to get details in person because they have an entire wall full of them.

Hands down THE best store in the twin cities for plastic model kits, tools, and supplies. Nothing…read moreelse is even close. I'm not a model train guy, but am equally astounded by their selection and all of the supplies and accessories they stock for that hobby. Their selection of new kits is very deep and very well organized. The vintage kit selection is varied and reasonably priced. And bargains can be found in the back room if you know what you're doing. Staff is uniformly friendly; I am always greeted when I arrive. If I have a question or need help, it's always fast and efficient. if I just want to wander around and window shop, they don't seem to have a problem with that. This place is a real gem. A throwback to a time when shops like this dotted the twin cities. I haven't seen a shop like this since I used to shop at the old Moeller hobby shop in Robbinsdale. On the rare occasion I need something they don't stock, I will buy online. For everything else, there's no other shop anywhere who gets my business. This place is an absolute treasure.

Breck has been in the coin and stamp business for decades. He also buys gold and he gave me a fair…read moreprice on some old gold jewelry. He's retiring next year so take advantage of his expertise while he's still in the business.

Stumbled upon this real small shop in the upper floor of the VFW building. Not much for signs or…read moreadvertising but when I went in the owner was very helpful and knowledgeable. Looking through his small amount of inventory he had out it was quite good. Some very unique pieces at some comparable prices. Old school collector who knows his business.

Update 5/10/26: 5 stars now that they added back issues! We picked up a bunch of bundles and single…read moreissues! This is our local card and comic shop. Every time we walk in, we are greeted by welcoming people! The staff has always been friendly and helpful. Comics: The new comics section is great, but other shops do have larger sections. I haven't had an issue getting the books I want. If you sign up for their free subscription plan for new comics you get 10% off! I hope they start keeping back issues at this location. They have had them on special occasions but not like the other locations. Me and my girlfriend love looking through dollar boxes and discount bins when we are looking for new stories to read. If possible, please do more back issues!!! :) Trading Cards: Their trading card section like every other game store is always running low. They carry pretty much all your big games (Pokemon, MTG, One Piece, Lorcana, Yugioh, ect) as well as smaller games. The prices however are all over the place. We have picked up Pokemon and One Piece at retail prices, but sometimes they are over market. They aren't always that way, so I am curious how they price their sealed products. I haven't played MTG in a while and was curious about a bundle they had it seemed a bit high to me, and I looked it up on TCG Player when I got home and it was well over market price. I am not complaining because this is how every store operates nowadays and everybody wants the product! Can't be mad at it. Overall, the store is great and the people are nice. If they could expand their comic sections and add back issues, we would spend more money here!

This place is awful. They double the price of Pokemon boosters. the guy behind the counter sounded…read morealmost guilty telling me the price. It's sad.

Immense selection covering many fields. I wish I lived nearby. I picked up paints, books and some…read moreminiature figures.

Great service and selection. I have bought numerous board games for myself and my family here,…read moreoften based on the owners suggestions and never been disappointed. I've also bought a few used gaming systems here, and been pleased with the quality - the owner has stood behind the product. Always a good time when I visit.

I'm honestly torn writing this because this place has been a part of my life for as long as I can…read moreremember. I've been going to this hobby store since the 1980s when I was just a kid, going there with my late father. It was one of those places that helped build a lifelong love for RC cars and the hobby itself. Now, decades later, I genuinely enjoy taking my own children there and sharing that same experience with them. It's something really special to me and my family. That's why this situation has been so hard. I dropped off an RC truck for repair and expected it might take some time. What I didn't expect was how long it actually took -- months and months passed while I waited. Eventually, when I called to check on it, I was told the truck had already been surrendered after 90 days. That news was absolutely heartbreaking. This wasn't just a piece of equipment to me. It was something I had invested a lot into and something tied to years of enjoyment in this hobby. I understand that businesses have policies, and I don't doubt they have rules in place, but learning about it only after the fact made the loss feel even worse. What makes this especially difficult is that I truly love this store. It's been part of my life story from childhood to now as a parent. I honestly can't imagine not going there anymore, and that's what makes this situation so emotionally complicated for me. I'm not posting this to attack anyone. I'm just really torn and hurt by how this played out, and I wish there had been more communication before it reached that point.

Great store with a wide selection and solid customer service. I stopped in specifically for some…read moreGundam models, and the selection did not disappoint--plenty of kits across various grades and series. They really cater to a broad range of hobbies, which makes it a fun place to browse even beyond what you came in for. Prices were reasonable for the items I browsed and purchased. Definitely worth a visit!

We have only been to this location once but had a great experience. They have a large space to sit…read moredown and play games. They carry cards, comics, games, and more. There comic section is large than other locations and they carry back issues! We were pleasantly surprised when we came in and they had tons of comic bundles and discounted issues. We were able to find a few new series to check out. The staff was friendly and helpful. We will be back to this location in the future!

How can you justify selling products at 2.5 times the MSRP? I get that it's tough running a…read morebusiness but they overcharge the hell out of product (Pokemon cards in particular) and it bums me out about my local card/game shop.

Probably the best store in the MSP area. Their seed bead variety is amazing, and they have…read morehard-to-find Swarovsky crystals. Good choice of semi-precious and handmade glass beads as well. Prices range from expensive to very reasonable. Plenty of cheap plastic beads for children, stringing supplies, and accessories. Good amount of loose beads and finished jewelry too. Two ladies working there were super nice and helpful.

It's 3x more expensive then stormcloud and northland visions. Last time I went in with my partner…read morethe employee literally ran over to us and wouldn't stop watching us and following us around. Then her and another worker were being rude to an older native guy and he was telling them that every time he goes in he's getting racially profiled. Then when the man left, me and my partner were standing at the counter and the two employees proceed to shit talk the guy and whisper about accusing him of stealing or that his complaints for being racially profiled were invalid. Right in front of us. Really weird. Wouldn't go back.

Overall a fun exploring experience. Lots of random things; tools, beakers, masks, posters, fabrics,…read moreplastics, cords, toys, and other miscellaneous stuff. Staff seemed super nice, greeted me upon entry. Things also seemed affordable, and varied in quality.

It's relocated but remains in the Texa-Tonka shopping center. I miss the old location but with the…read morecenter's recent emphasis on food I can understand why the store moved. I find it an interesting place to wander around and wonder what some items are. There are barrels of stuff, shelves of things and all sorts of blinking lights, electronic parts, miscellaneous military surplus and mysterious things that I simply cannot identify. Quirky labels (some definitely tongue in cheek), and no shortage of humor. Offers for customers to weigh in on their own take of what somethings might be. Staff has always been helpful. Aisles overflowing with an ever changing selection. Plenty of free parking. Rock bottom prices and you might occasionally find just what you need. The Ax-Man exemplifies the classic aphorism that one person's trash is another's treasure.