List good baseball card stores in US

[Snapolit1]

is a separate board for listings and reviews of card shops. Maybe a star rating system with comments. I know they are a dying breed, but for people who are traveling and would like to see if there is a vintage card shop in [FILL IN THE BLANK], would be cool to search for the city and see if there are any and whether they might be worth a stop. I have found reviews on things like Yelp to be ok but limited. I am sure I'm not the only person who tries to find obscure shops when they are traveling.

[Leon]

This could be doable.... If folks want to use this thread to list good and current Local Card Shops, with contact info, I think we could/would probably make a place for the list....

[RaidonCollects]

+100, I have actually thought in the past of doing something similar to this, but with both card shops and card shows.

As for my favorite card shops I haven't been to many but Rock's Dugout in Wichita, Kansas was fantastic!

I would definitely like to hear about some other good card shops from everyone else.

-Owen

[KMayUSA6060]

I like it.

My now-fiancee and I went to Cincinnati last spring, and one stop we made was to a shop called Sports Investments Inc.; we actually went here twice, once as a pass-by, and once to go back and actually buy stuff since we had the time. GREAT shop. I'll be honest, I don't remember how much Pre-War they had, but I did end up picking up a 1940 Play Ball and some Post-War vintage. Pretty good prices, but the highlights included their memorabilia and the owners.

Their shop's setup is museum-like, with most things for sale, but some very cool items for display only. They have Pete Rose's car, or at least they did. They have some Tiger Woods stuff, Griffey & Griffey Jr. stuff, all displayed like a museum (some for sale, some not).

The owners were incredible to talk with, sharing Reds stories and such. Very friendly, and they assisted with other attractions to visit while we were there.

I know they sell a lot on eBay, too, but their shop is a must-stop if you're visiting Cincinnati.

Sports Investments Inc
10026 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 891-5000

[irv]

This could be doable.... If folks want to use this thread to list good and current Local Card Shops, with contact info, I think we could/would probably make a place for the list....

Leon, have you given it any further thought to those suggestions/improvements that were all mentioned in that large "site improvement" thread back some time ago?

Of course, not all can be implemented, but I am just curious if any plans are in the works for some of them?

[Leon]

Leon, have you given it any further thought to those suggestions/improvements that were all mentioned in that large "site improvement" thread back some time ago?

Of course, not all can be implemented, but I am just curious if any plans are in the works for some of them?

Yes...but probably nothing going to happen till after the National. The one absolute commitment was to update the links section and that will be done....As for the others, don't know.

[Yankees1964]

+100, I have actually thought in the past of doing something similar to this, but with both card shops and card shows.

As for my favorite card shops I haven't been to many but Rock's Dugout in Wichita, Kansas was fantastic!

I would definitely like to hear about some other good card shops from everyone else.

-Owen

Me too, I travel a lot for work and this could be a great thing to have.

[samosa4u]

Card shops still exist?

[clydepepper]

Card shops still exist?



Not in my area :(

[drcy]

It could also include other relevant places, such as museums with sports stuff or memorials. I know where 'the Gipper's' memorial is in Michigan, having visited it.

[judsonhamlin]

Thumbs up for the OP's idea. We've had any number of threads on this so I think there's enough interest.

[Leon]

Thumbs up for the OP's idea. We've had any number of threads on this so I think there's enough interest.

If you guys will post as many good ones in this thread as you can, with contact info, I will commit to getting that kind of section done ....and done quickly as in 30 days or less....but the info has to be out here first and before the clock starts.....maybe it can have several columns and one with the specialty of the shop.....just an idea...

[markf31]

A shop in the Pittsburgh area with pretty substantial selection of prewar

Sports Cards Etc.
5629 Steubenville Pike
McKees Rocks, PA 15136
(412) 787-3235

[bnorth]

We have not had a local card shop in 20 years.:(

We do have a small local museum with a lot of cool stuff including these cards on display. https://www.thedakotalandmuseum.org/

There is 1 card from every decade from 1900-2000. There are 3 from the 1970's that are of the only person born here to make it to the majors.

[Snapolit1]

Nice store in Northern New jersey; mix of modern, vintage and memorabilia.



America's Pastime

americaspastime.com

25-05 Broadway, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 703-1240

[jcc6252]

Indy Card Exchange
8519 Westfield Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46240
317-254-8681

Full service. PSA and Beckett subs, breaks, trade nights, and Kid's Club. Decent Golden-Age, strong football and basketball selection.

[Beansballcardblog]

Lived in Carnegie for three years...had no idea the shop existed. I wasn't as active in the hobby then. I guess that explains it.

A shop in the Pittsburgh area with pretty substantial selection of prewar

Sports Cards Etc.
5629 Steubenville Pike
McKees Rocks, PA 15136
(412) 787-3235

[Beansballcardblog]

There's not much I miss about Indianapolis, but the Exchange is one thing. Andy (the owner) has made the shop what one should be since he bought it. I'm actually wearing one of my shop tees right now. I need to add a N54 one to my wardrobe!

-kin

Indy Card Exchange
8519 Westfield Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46240
317-254-8681

Full service. PSA and Beckett subs, breaks, trade nights, and Kid's Club. Decent Golden-Age, strong football and basketball selection.

[insidethewrapper]

If you'd like to see if there are any stores in your area you can go to : topps.com. Go to the bottom of the page ( click on store locator) enter zip.
I'm not sure how up to date this is, or what types of cards these stores carry, but you can stop in or call them and see what they have and then post on here any stores of interest.

[brianp-beme]

No store suggestions, but instead a suggestion for the OP...change the title of the thread to indicate that it is a thread regarding good bb card stores in the US. Perhaps more people would notice and share info.

Brian

[CrackaJackKid]

+100, I have actually thought in the past of doing something similar to this, but with both card shops and card shows.

As for my favorite card shops I haven't been to many but Rock's Dugout in Wichita, Kansas was fantastic!

I would definitely like to hear about some other good card shops from everyone else.

-Owen

I agree that Rock's in Wichita, KS isn't bad. Not much prewar but has the old school card shop feel to it like they did in the early 90's.

[Fistner10]

Good people at this one outside of charlotte

AAA Collectibles
100 W John St
Matthews, NC 28105

[bbcard1]

Not much vintage unless there's been a lucky walk-in and you time it right, but I always stop by

Baseball Cards & More
765 3rd Ave
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 522-1380

Will Morris is the owner and he always has some oddball Herd stuff, which I collect. He has had some nice finds here and there. I got a great T206 Green Cy Young there once.

There's nothing left in Roanoke, VA.

[icollectDCsports]

Gerhardt's World. Arlington, VA. Hang on -- being told they closed 30 years ago. Memories.

[VoodooChild]

Champs Sports Cards
805 Regal Dr. SW #3
Huntsville, AL 35801
256-539-8985

I just moved to Alabama from Maryland about a month ago. Huntsville is such a small "city" so I was psyched to find out there's a card shop here. I've been there twice so far. No Pre-War, but they have a little vintage. Yes, it's mostly the shiny stuff (I do buy modern Pirates, Steelers, and Penguins) but the guys are friendly and it's nice to talk cards while spending a few bucks to support the local guy instead of eBay. They have supplies too.

[Cmount76]

American Legends
1107 Central Park Ave.
Scarsdale, NY 10583

Great LCS near White Plains, just a little north of NYC. Wax, modern, supplies, vintage and pre-war; however, you do need to ask to see the pre-war, as most of it is kept in the back.

[KCRfan1]

The Baseball Card Store
9637 W 87th St
Overland Park KS 66212

913-962-1924


bbcardstor eBay store


South Bay Cards
1751 Pacific Coast Hwy
Lomita CA 90717

310-530-5818


All Star Cards
15074 Antioch Road
Overland Park KS 66221

800-932-3667

www.allstarcardsinc.com will let you view their catalog

All Star is not set up for a retail setting, as 99.9% of their business is mail-order via catalog. I have never had a problem of walking in, looking at their catalog, and making a purchase though.

Having lived in LA and in Overland Park, I have been to each location, and they're all very good, with excellent selections in post war.

[slidekellyslide]

Wes' Baseball Cards in Lincoln, Nebraska is a very good store. He has a lot more vintage than he had just a few years ago. A couple of cases full. I noticed he picked up a nice 1953 Mantle the last time I was in.

https://www.facebook.com/wesbaseballcards1/

[cardsfan73]

Baseball Plus
346 Mid Rivers Mall Dr
St Peters, MO 63376
(636) 970-7088

1,000,000 Baseball Cards
14560 Manchester Rd #23
Ballwin, MO 63011
(636) 527-4424

[Jim65]

Steve's Baseball Cards
112 Fort Lee Road
Teaneck, NJ
201-836-7443

Messy store, nice selection, fair prices. Steves a good guy.

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Baseball Card Exchange
7502 Eastern Ave.
Baltimore, MD
410-284-7922

Great little store, nice selection of vintage and modern

[jchodges2]

Baseball 17
4737 S. Kings Hwy.
Mrytle Beach, SC 29575
843.238.9059

Donnie is the owner. Nice selection of vintage and modern in all sports.


And a second for AAA Collectibles in Matthews, NC. I stop there anytime I am in / near Charlotte.

[alaskapaul3]

if any of you take the cruise ship up to Alaska consider stopping into

Don's Sports Cards
9900 Old Seward Hwy #8
Anchorage, AK 99515
(907) 349-8804

A super nice and honest fellow who's been in business for years. All sports , but boxes & binders full of 50's & 60's cards plus a few older ones. Takes the the time to help you find what you are looking for.

-All the best

Paul

[Yoda]

South Florida is an arid wasteland for shops and shows.

[GasHouseGang]

Baseball Plus
346 Mid Rivers Mall Dr
St Peters, MO 63376
(636) 970-7088

1,000,000 Baseball Cards
14560 Manchester Rd #23
Ballwin, MO 63011
(636) 527-4424

I visit St. Louis often for work. Do either of these have much vintage, or is it mostly newer stock?

[OsFan]

House Of Cards
2301 Broadbirch Dr.
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(301) 608-0355

They've been in business in and around Silver Spring, MD for over 30 years.
Nice selection of vintage cards.

[OsFan]

Sports Card Heroes
663 Main St.
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 317-8517

Nice selection of vintage cards.

[gemmint77]

Here is a good one in San Antonio, Texas.

Sports Cards Plus
www.sportscardsplussa.com
2251 Lockhill Selma Rd, San Antonio, TX 78230
(210) 524-2337

Has a good selection of vintage and modern cards. Lots of hobby boxes of the new shiny stuff.

[DHogan]

D J's Sports Cards
5 Sutton Ave, Oxford, MA 01540
(508) 987-0012

[KCRfan1]

if any of you take the cruise ship up to Alaska consider stopping into

Don's Sports Cards
9900 Old Seward Hwy #8
Anchorage, AK 99515
(907) 349-8804

A super nice and honest fellow who's been in business for years. All sports , but boxes & binders full of 50's & 60's cards plus a few older ones. Takes the the time to help you find what you are looking for.

-All the best

Paul

My wife and I are headed to anchorage in 3 weeks!!!!!

She'll be so pleased about this!

[Pat R]

I agree that Rock's in Wichita, KS isn't bad. Not much prewar but has the old school card shop feel to it like they did in the early 90's.

Rock's Dugout is where the large group of T206 Sweet Caporal 350/460 Factory 30 "no print" scraps that sold on ebay in 2015-16 came from. I spoke
to the owner (Joe) after they were sold and he said a guy came in with over 400 T206's that included the "no prints". The guy told him they came
from an estate sale in NY.

[VintageBen]

Louisville Sports Cards
11519 Shelbyville Rd.
Louisville, KY

502-919-7088

Owners: Chris Buckler (vintage) & Chase Kightlinger (modern)

They are closed on Mondays.

SomersetVelvet, SomersetVelvet2, & lousconsignments2 on eBay

[darkhorse9]

In West Michigan

Legends Sports And Games
Located in: Woodland Mall
Address: 3115 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Phone: (616) 940-1676


Scott's Sports Cards, Coin and Jewelry
Address: 7428 S Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI 49002
Phone: (269) 329-1930

[Fur72]

In northeastern Iowa, Southwest Wisconsin and northwest Illinois. My LCS, has a good mix of all sports, modern and vintage.

Tri-State Baseball Cards and Shows
3330 Asbury Rd,
Dubuque, IA 52002
(563) 583-4727

Edit to add: His modern prices are generally lower than the big box retailers.

[egri]

Baseball Cards of Rhode Island
6861 Post Rd
North Kingstown, RI 02852
(401) 885 7340

They have a small but good selection of prewar and some early Bowman/Topps issues. Also a lot of 1960s-70s Topps commons and minor stars that are great for TTM. And of course, plenty of shiny stuff. This is the store where I bought my first 1933 Goudey (Foxx) and my first 1949 Bowmans (Doerr and Mele).

[ronniehatesjazz]

I like it.

My now-fiancee and I went to Cincinnati last spring, and one stop we made was to a shop called Sports Investments Inc.; we actually went here twice, once as a pass-by, and once to go back and actually buy stuff since we had the time. GREAT shop. I'll be honest, I don't remember how much Pre-War they had, but I did end up picking up a 1940 Play Ball and some Post-War vintage. Pretty good prices, but the highlights included their memorabilia and the owners.

Their shop's setup is museum-like, with most things for sale, but some very cool items for display only. They have Pete Rose's car, or at least they did. They have some Tiger Woods stuff, Griffey & Griffey Jr. stuff, all displayed like a museum (some for sale, some not).

The owners were incredible to talk with, sharing Reds stories and such. Very friendly, and they assisted with other attractions to visit while we were there.

I know they sell a lot on eBay, too, but their shop is a must-stop if you're visiting Cincinnati.

Sports Investments Inc
10026 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 891-5000

I live in Cincinnati and yes this place is great. I think the hidden gem though is called Ideal Baseball Cards over on the west side. They have mostly postwar vintage items but I've found quite a bit of good prewar also. Best place in Cincy IMO.

[rjackson44]

baseball card store 45 prospect st midland park nj ,nice guy very little vintage all co signed not his ,firm on prices .lots of new stuff .

[Rich Falvo]

Baseball Cards of Rhode Island
6861 Post Rd
North Kingstown, RI 02852
(401) 885 7340

They have a small but good selection of prewar and some early Bowman/Topps issues. Also a lot of 1960s-70s Topps commons and minor stars that are great for TTM. And of course, plenty of shiny stuff. This is the store where I bought my first 1933 Goudey (Foxx) and my first 1949 Bowmans (Doerr and Mele).

Thanks, I didn't know about this one. I'll have to drive down there and check it out.

[ValKehl]

House Of Cards
2301 Broadbirch Dr.
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(301) 608-0355

They've been in business in and around Silver Spring, MD for over 30 years.
Nice selection of vintage cards.

To anyone who is not aware, this is Bill Huggins' (of Huggins & Scott Auctions) shop. I obtained my first pre-War card, a T207 WaJo, from Bill at his shop back in the 1980's.

[TaxMechanick]

Here's one in Livingston NJ. The owner, Bob Beck, is a member of this forum:

Bob Beck Sports Collectibles
48 East Northfield Road
Livingston New Jersey 07039
Phone: 973-992-8663
E-Mail: bob@bobbecksports.com
http://www.bobbecksports.com/

He is quiet but friendly. He has a nice selection of vintage cards (including mostly 1950s-1970s, but does have some pre-war as well) + the new & shiny stuff (singles & wax), as well as autograph memorabilia and supplies, games, and other stuff.

Glenn

[Rich Klein]

Near us in Plano we have two decent stores. Neither is going to have much pre-war but they are both very good stores in their own way

Triple Card and Collectibles
2452 K Ave, Plano, TX 75074
(Southeast Corner of Ave K and Park, just east of 75 (Central)

Nick's Sports Cards
7522 Campbell Rd #119, Dallas, TX 75248
(Southwest Corner of Coit and Campbell)
Side Benefit: One of the best Jewish style DFW area delis is next door.

[CurtisFlood]

Thanks, I didn't know about this one. I'll have to drive down there and check it out.

I bought my first decent car in North Kingstown, RI while in the Navy in 1971. I was stationed in Quonset Point on the USS Wasp.

[jthorst75]

Bill's Sports Collectibles
2335 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210

Love that place, huge selection of everything. One could get lost in that place...and come out broke.

[Tom S.]

I live in Cincinnati and yes this place is great. I think the hidden gem though is called Ideal Baseball Cards over on the west side. They have mostly postwar vintage items but I've found quite a bit of good prewar also. Best place in Cincy IMO.

+1 for Ideal Baseball Cards.

When I used to live in Northern Kentucky, I went there quite often. That's actually where I bought my first two pre-war cards around 8 years ago - a Frank Isbell T206 and a 1935 Goudey 4-in-1 with Luke Appling. The owner Mike is a good guy too.

Ideal Baseball Cards
6265 Glenway Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45211

[Tom S.]

I live in the Mpls./St. Paul area now, and there are 2 card shops in the area that I would recommend:

The Ballpark Sports Cards
203 150th St. W
Apple Valley, MN 55124

and

Twin Cities Sports Cards
1200 Mendelssohn Ave. N, #104
Golden Valley, MN 55427

Not so much pre-war at both places, but plenty of 50's & up cards from all 4 major sports to select from. Plus, both owners (Cal @ the Ballpark and Rob @ Twin Cities) are good guys too.

[Rich Klein]

Bill's Sports Collectibles
2335 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210

Love that place, huge selection of everything. One could get lost in that place...and come out broke.

Wow -- Bill is still around, that's great to hear! I went to the store a couple of times back in the day when at Beckett on show trips and it was a fun visit back then. Good to know, still a fun place to go to. Bill's also a real good guy!

And I've never been in this store, and don't suspect a ton of vintage but the owner and I talk all the time on FB -- and probably worth going to in the Denver Area. He does a ton of promotions and even runs occasional small shows for his customers to sell at within the store.

Mike's Sports Collectibles
4032 S Parker Rd
Aurora, Colorado, CO 80014

[Leon]

I briefly chatted with the person that is actually going to do this board update (hey Brian) and it is not too difficult. My guess is once back from the National we'll get this instituted not long after.
Thanks to everyone for posting current card shops so far.

[rman444]

In Northern California

Peninsula Sports Cards
390 El Camino Real #H
Belmont, CA 94002
650.595.5115

Stevens Creek Sports Cards
3220 Stevens Creek Blvd.
San Jose, CA 95117
408.243.1120

Kevin at Stevens Creek usually has decent selection of pre-war and 50's, 60's, etc. Great guy to chat with.

[Orioles1954]

In Northern California

Peninsula Sports Cards
390 El Camino Real #H
Belmont, CA 94002
650.595.5115

Stevens Creek Sports Cards
3220 Stevens Creek Blvd.
San Jose, CA 95117
408.243.1120

Kevin at Stevens Creek usually has decent selection of pre-war and 50's, 60's, etc. Great guy to chat with.


+1 for Stevens Creek

[polakoff]

In Orlando area:

Big League Cards
920 FL-436, Casselberry, FL 32707

Heavy on wax and modern singles but a good selection of vintage and oddball too. Great people. You may know the owner Alan as the Topps Rip-Master of years past. Every Friday night from 4-7 is trade night with other customers with giveaways and contests. Last Saturday of the month is "Golden Ticket" day with group breaks, giveaways, sales, etc.

[glynparson]

My friend Tony Arnold, no not the big time dealer, owns a rather nice shop in berks county Pennsylvania. I have bought hundreds possibly thousands of cards from him over the years. He deals in modern thru prewar. He is a rabid collector of hartlands and has a nice collection of them. I'll edit this post with the address and phone number later.

[Leon]

My friend Tony Arnold, no not the big time dealer, owns a rather nice shop in berks county Pennsylvania. I have bought hundreds possibly thousands of cards from him over the years. He deals in modern thru prewar. He is a rabid collector of hartlands and has a nice collection of them. I'll edit this post with the address and phone number later.

Please do Glynn. Great seeing you again too. I hope you keep doing good on your road back to full recovery. We are rooting for you....We do that for friends and good guys....and you are both.

.

[cubman1941]

I used to live in Denver years ago (1983-90) and went to Bill's a lot. I used to always go to a Mike's Sports Card shop in Denver, can't remember the address off hand. I wonder if this is the same guy and if he moved to Aurora. If so he is a great guy and I bought tons off him and even helped him in the store from time to time.

Wow -- Bill is still around, that's great to hear! I went to the store a couple of times back in the day when at Beckett on show trips and it was a fun visit back then. Good to know, still a fun place to go to. Bill's also a real good guy!

And I've never been in this store, and don't suspect a ton of vintage but the owner and I talk all the time on FB -- and probably worth going to in the Denver Area. He does a ton of promotions and even runs occasional small shows for his customers to sell at within the store.

Mike's Sports Collectibles
4032 S Parker Rd
Aurora, Colorado, CO 80014

[Enfuego]

So for the Floridians here, I just moved to Deltona about 3 weeks ago and looking for a card shop near me...any suggestions?


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[Steve D]

Bill's Sports Collectibles
2335 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210

Love that place, huge selection of everything. One could get lost in that place...and come out broke.


I used to go there back in the mid 1990s when I was stationed at Peterson AFB in Colorado Springs. I was absolutely blown away every time I walked in! I'd spend hours there, and always walked out having (happily) spent way more than I had intended going in! :D


Steve