This is the place for all things plastic models. It's a…read moregreat hobby shop that has a wide range of products relating to hobby trains, plastic scale models and a plethora of paint supplies from Humbrol, Tamiya, Model Master, Testors and Mr. Hobby among others. It's the kind of hobby shop that harkens back to the days of saving your money as a kid, and spending it on kits. They also have trains in various scales and supplies for hobby railroaders too. They're knowledgeable about the hobbies and supplies they stock. It's a family owned business. There is still a need for the brick and mortar stores, especially when you are trying to find a particular color of paint and need it today. Highly recommend them to all hobbyists!

A great locally owned shop with a kind, informative owner! I was in search for a specific primer…read morefor a sculpture I am working on and he was able to also give me a recommendation for something that might do a better job, as well as some suggestions for other materials to consider for future pieces. This year I am trying to really commit to shopping locally for things and I'm glad to find a place that has much of what I need for decent prices. I also always enjoy meeting folks who have knowledge, expertise and good salesmanship. Looking forward to returning for my next project's needs!

Love this place. I bought my first real hobby grade RC here. The guys there are personable and…read morewilling to give you knowledgeable advice and even get their hands dirty helping you fix your stuff. They also match prices with Horizon Hobby.

If RC is your game Duncans is the place to go. Always helpful, always knowledgeable and the best…read morehands down hobby shop I go to.

I wanted my grandson to do more than just play on the phone so I remembered how many hours I…read moreenjoyed doing models as a kid. WOW, they were so helpful in showing different models. When my grandson liked WW2 planes the person (I don't want to say salesman since there was absolutely no pressure or upselling) explained the different types of planes. Also he recommended which ones for a beginner modeler based on size and number of parts. Very helpful. Plus I called for a question when he started painting. The question was answered right away without having to be transferred to another person. So very helpful in that store. I'd like to also click on value but they only let me select service and selection.

I visited Hobby Bench today around 4:20 p.m. and had a very disappointing experience with an…read moreemployee named Frank. I had interacted with him before and found his attitude unprofessional, and today's visit left me feeling the same way. Throughout my visit, I felt like I was being treated as an inconvenience. When it came time to bag my purchases, Frank said that it wasn't his job. His tone and attitude made me feel unwelcome instead of appreciated as a paying customer. I expect basic courtesy and respectful service. Based on this experience, I will not be returning to this location while Frank continues to work there. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and addresses how customers are treated.

If you like scale models, this is the place to checkout. This store has the largest selection of…read moremodel that I have seen. The guy at the counter was very knowledgeable and didn't seem to mind answering all my questions. There were some speciality items there, but most everything was reasonably priced.

Service and knowledge is top notch. Best selection in the valley. Definitely worth a visit!read more

Really cool spot. I stopped into DNA Sports Cards while I was in Arizona and had a great…read moreexperience. Matt B. helped me out and was super cool. We ended up talking for a bit and found out we were both military veterans, so that made the visit even better. Good selection, good vibe, and just an easy casual experience. Definitely a spot I'd come back to next time I'm in Arizona.

The guys were very nice and kind. The selection could have been better. there are some better we…read morehave been to that have more of a selection but its still good! the value was what it is for what youre doing. I would go back and I want to go back. It is very clean in there and looks like a fun place to play games if you do that.

As the hobby continues to grow, so do the number of hobby shops. If you're in or near the Phoenix…read morearea, RIP Valley is hands down the best shop for various reasons: -fair pricing -incredible selection -by far the best customer service On Saturday June 6th I went to the shop to browse some discount bins. Calvin and Emmet were working, and they could not have been more welcoming. They invited me to sit at one of the tables so I could watch the game while sorting thru a bunch of boxes. I thanked them for not sweating people who are just trying to find some gold. One of the young men went and got me a cold water and we talked ball for a while as I continued to search. All in all it just feels like the old school shops when you could go in and look for what you like, instead of being pushed out of the way for people buying thousand dollar cards. One other thing I'd like to point out, is they will take a look at anything you feel like parting ways with. Saw a couple different people come in, and the staff gave them fair and honest pricing and advice, instead of belittling them or offering them well under comps. This place is also located in a cool part of downtown phoenix, so you can park for free near the park, walk to the shop, then check into some of the local eateries and bars!

Guys are welcoming, it's become a staple of my life to check out what's new at RIP. Huge selection…read moreof sealed products as well as single cards. Nice $ 5-20 dollar selection for those looking to save some money. Also some bangers in case you've saved up. I've never had a negative experience. Thanks RIP

I haven't been to an old school hobby shop for RC cars in a while. Seems like they were all going…read moreout of business with the rise of Amazon, etc. Hubs is really into this so we stopped in after eating at Little Snitch on Sunday. What a cool set up! Lots of rock climber stuff. I loved the mini track in the back of the store the best. Walls of parts, body, and paint as well as displays and collections. Owner is friendly.

Didn't end up purchase anything yet but let me tell you what a cool place. Their inside rock…read morecrawling track was awesome to watch, they had a competition going on. They were able to answer all my questions and help guide me in the right direction if I ever do get into the RC sport. Great selections from beginner to advanced, plus everything seemed to be priced somewhat reasonable compared to what was online! Such a huge selection too it was awesome!

Wow! What a selection of model train engines, cars, track, buildings, and anything needed to set…read moreup a train world if your own design. We have been to a lot of train stores including some in Europe and NONE of them have an assortment like this shop. We bought some train cars and will be going back to finish up some additional purchases later this week. I highly recommend this place for any train enthusiast.

Small little car listed for $4 got charged for it $16. My fault for not paying attention but its a…read morebit annoying. Other than that, pretty cool vintage toys.

Friendly service and reasonable prices compared to a hobby shop. HIGHLY recommended for R/C repairs…read moreand upgrades. Took my Slash to Jose for a Brushless upgrade and Damn! My truck flies now.

Jose owner of R/C FIX has been wonderful. I wanted to get back into the hobby after 20 years and…read morelet me tell you knowing a good guy like Jose has made my experience wonderful. Over 7 days I have "scored" on 3 wonderful cars/trucks (Tmaxx, Jato, and E Revo). I guess you can say I'm feeling like I'm 15 years old again LOL. Jose has tuned both my Tmaxx and Jato not to mention helped me out w/ repairs on all 3 of my cars. My newest car being a E-Revo in which I purchased from Jose which has quickly become my favorite. I just wanted to share how wonderful of an experience I have had with Jose and I highly recommend him to anyone looking to find a shop that is actually affordable, reasonable, and a man who is a people person who simply wants his customers to be happy. I'm writing this experience hoping that there is a kid or an adult out there who may come across this review and pay R/C FIX a visit. You will be so happy you did good people seem to be hard to find these days. So when you can find a good person who actually knows what he's doing I call that an A-1 experience. See you on the Race Track ;-)

So glad we found Wildlings Toy Boutique! We discovered the cutest, most thoughtfully curated toys…read more-- all creative and truly educational. As a K-12 teacher, I know what to look for, and this shop has so many great options that foster growth, meaningful play, and academics in a fun way. The owner and staff are amazing -- so kind and welcoming. I will definitely be telling our neighbors, family (in and out of state), and other business friends. We'll absolutely be back!

wildlingstoys is a boutique toy store that sells educational and developmentally centered toys…read more It's a small shop but it's packed full of goodies. Shelves are arranged by suggested age to make shopping easier. We went in for three gifts for varying ages and found some unique items, which is why we were avoiding big box stores and online shopping. My favorites were found actually by my 7 year old for a 1 year old friend and a 2 year old friend. @slumberkins has a line of stuffies, with matching books, that guides through emotional intelligence. Although we picked them by which stuffies were our favorites, they each had a great lesson: building connections and a growth mindset. I also grabbed a matching set of positive affirmation cards for kids. Great find! To top it off, the team member asked if these were each gifts and then put them each in a nice gift bag with matching tissue paper. What a wonderful and unexpected surprise! Wildlings Toy Boutique is located near Bethany Home and 16th st and is right next to Cafe Mollie, and across the street from Luci's Market (so stop by for some caffeine and a treat).