“*UPDATED WITH PICTURES *my first order of silver after months of trying to gain knowledge on precious metals, and decided to buy a total of 5oz. Found Harrys coin shop through a friend, who recommend the Silver Dragons Channel, and Harrys shop seemed very trustworthy.
With that said, ordering was somewhat smooth only because there was some minor miscommunication on my order where the coins I ordered were not available so they didnt ship "on time". I did add to my order after a day or two, so I can see why there was that issue, but they always took my calls to make sure my order was being put together.
Order came the same week, so no big deal in that end, just would rather nto have had to keep updating on my end. My only main issue was 1 of the Buffalo rounds was not as lustrous and prestine as the other Buffalo round, and 3 Maples I had ordered (Although one maple did have what seems as tarnishing on edges, it was no big deal, but just odd as it looks like copper edge instead of regular tarnishing. Will inspect that coin further). The round in question was "gunky" and seemed dirty as if not handled properly. I am out of state, so I get these things happen if you aren't physically in store to see the item, so it was just a bit disappointing in terms of it being my first order ever, and it not being as good to look at as the others. Some were also to be gifted so thay was a bit upsetting as I didnt want to give someone a round that wasnt like the others.
Joel (who handled my order initially) picked up the phone call with my concern and Offered to fully replace the one round for a better and prestine one. Thought that was great!, but I may just try and hopefully clean it myself tho, as paying for shipping to ship back to them, wait for it to be shipped again back to me, and what not seems like more hassle than just biting the bullet on the one round that came "bad." Wish they offered to pay shipping to and from for the inconvenience honestly. Sucks I would have to shell out more money to get a product I was supposed to receive in presentable condition.
My only real feedback in terms of shopping experience, would be maybe better communication with orders, or maybe call to give customers updates if certain parts of order can't be fulfilled at time of purchasing. I also requested an invoice and tracking (if it had shipped) of my order everytime I called, but was not given an invoice besides the one that came in my package. I think it's nice to just have that emailed invoice for better peace of mind to the buyer to make sure everything is in order.”
8:30AM - 5:30PM
2842 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland“I went into TAP PLastic the other day needing material for a boat project, I explained to Tish what the project was and she suggested I use starboard vs UHMW for the UV Properties”
“Ive been a customer into this shop for 25 years... These guys are knowledgeable, friendly and go the extra mile to get you where your going equipped with the info and gear that you need.”
“Amazing inventory of anything art related you could ask for. Staff was very friendly and extremely helpful, and I got a fantastic deal on a lot of Montana Gold cans, definitely my new go to for spray paint.”
“Hey, there's this cool shop called the Brickdiculous Shop & Gallery. They've got a bunch of unique and awesome Legos and Lego stuff. The people who work there are really friendly too. It's a great place to take your kids or even go shopping for yourself. If you're looking for new Lego sets to build, you should definitely check it out.”
“My nephews love all things cards and this place is awesome. The 2 guys working were super helpful. It was really busy but they made time for them. Lots of options at good prices. We will be back”
“Absolutely my go-to craft spot! Have a variety of craft supplies, quality products, and friendly staff. Was a little tricky to find at first, but close to the 70 bus-line.”
“Such a gem of a place. Oregon City has a pretty aggressive thrifting scene and I always come out of here with something I thought was irresistible and priced fairly. Huge selection of games, glassware, old coins, military surplus, and more. An absolute stop if you're in town. Service is always knowledgeable and friendly!”
“Amazing store for Magic the Gathering singles and sealed product. Huge inventory, very competitive prices, and Shawn is always super friendly and helpful and just happy to talk about Magic.”
“Excellent model train store. Best selection of O gauge I’ve found in ages, but of course it has a plethora of the smol stuff also. Top shelf service as well. Other stores have to “call a guy” when instead, Whistle Stop has their own in-house tech. Definitely coming back.”
“I needed petrie dishes for a time sensitive project. After I discovered another large supplier in the area didn't have the listed items in stock, I tried Nurnberg. I was willing to take only half the number I wanted, but then Abbie managed to locate a second sleeve, and even gave me a warning callback when she discovered they would be closing an hour early! Amazing service and, I should add, less than half the price per unit I was quoted elsewhere.”
“Amazing customer service. When purchasing metals, I know i can trust them to take care of me. A real customer first approach. This business will always get my business first. All the staff are amazing, but I personally recommend Alfonso!”
10AM - 6PM
15020 SE McLoughlin Blvd, Oak Grove“Me and my dad went into Dusty Tiger looking for some N64 games it was a great environment we went in and it was like walking into a time machine there was a great selection they had a huge lot of different collectibles and it was at fantastic prices and would definitely go back again”
“HO & N model train shop. Very nice shop owner. had a good talk for a long bit. Nice it is next to a Baskin Robins. Prices were fair. Had a good selection.”
“This place has a lot of board games, terrain, miniatures, books and runs events all the time. Also a cafe attached. Love going in here and just browsing. Pricing is essentially MRSP.”
“Organized, well stocked and incredibly neat and clean. Exceptionally friendly staff that encouraged us to play with their displayed RC cars. They engaged in conversation with my child about all the features and mods. That being said, there's really something for everyone. This shop covers all age levels, skill levels, and a real gem when it comes to rare items to find. I spent a lot of time here and will definitely be back. The prices are not outrageous either.”
“Extremely helpful staff, a store full of parts products and ideas for the hobbyist. From radio control boats cars and planes. Model kits. Model trains all sizes. Slot car tracks also in stock. And it's a local business.”
“What a wonderful store, it reminded me of a Tibetan Temple, this store on Division Portland, Tasha Delek my friend a thousand blessings, Tracey Cross, Vancouver,wa”
“Tyler was the man! I don't usually do reviews, but I was so amazed by this store. I was on the fence about this hobby for a year, and with Tyler's help, it made getting into the hobby very enjoyable. Thank you!”
“A place that is exciting no matter when you go!This is a place that anyone who has a hobby of creating or expressing something will definitely enjoy. I would love to stay for hours and look at the products.”
“This is by far my favorite local card shop. Very inclusive and the atmosphere is great. The staff is also extremely helpful and seem to love their jobs, which makes it even more inviting.”
“My favorite card shop in town!! Grade supply of singles and product! The owner always goes out of his way to make sure that you get what you came for. He's a great guy that will make sure you leave happy!! A++”
“This shop is in a residential neighborhood. My sister was like, "This seems sketch. What if we get trafficked?" The shop is legit. The young man who helped me gave me the pros and cons of the two machines I was debating on succinctly. He then put my machine together and gave me a lesson that was clear and easy to follow on how to use it. The price was 5% cheaper than on Amazon (I verified). I would 110% buy from this company again!”
“An absolutely delightful shop. We stumbled upon other worlds, games and comics on a whim after having breakfast just down the building at Gigi's Cafe. It was free comic book day! I'm not a comic book person but told personnel my interests in things like video games and movies and they were able to direct me to the perfect comics for me! And now I'm hooked! Whether you're already a comic fan or you're looking for a new hobby, I cannot recommend Other Worlds Games and Comics more! They are absolutely fantastic.”
“A Beaverton landmark. This is such great place to get comic books. The toy selection is definitely geared towards adults, with an impressive selection of hot toys. The toys are somewhat pricey, so kids will struggle to find something to suit their tastes. Glad to find a place that carries Heroclix.”
11:30AM - 7PM
1702 NE 42nd Ave, Portland“Miles is incredibly friendly, been here a couple times so far and am consistently provided with a great conversation and great service. The amount of affordable magic related items is wonderful, there isn't much markup and there is a wide array of singles, boxes, commander decks, and packs. They of course also have a plethora of other card game goodies any player may need like deck boxes and sleeves.”
8:30AM - 5:30PM
15957 SW 72nd Ave, Tigard“BEST overall experience at TAP PLASTICS!!!
Walked in yesterday morning with a job that was so HOT, we required a one day turn around....and they finished it by dinner time!!! These folks are so knowledgeable about what they do and the customer service is amazing. Had the pleasure of working with Jack and he knew exactly how to help us. Gave great feedback about how we can help them as well. We've been using them for years and all we have to say is, they never disappoint. Very communicative and extremely reliable. Looking forward to continue working with them in the future.
Roger's Machinery Appreciates Taps!”
“My go to spot. Got into RC recently, went to some other (wont name any name) local shops and found they dont know what the heck they’re doing but HobbyTown Happy Valley does. They’ve answered all my questions, taken time to show me parts and explain things. Its worth the extra fifteen minute drive over my local shop. Take your friends and family here for your needs and wants, they’ll set you up properly.”
“Stuart and Debby are a pair of rare people in today's world. They are absolutely driven to make their customers' experience pleasant and pointed. Each have their own personality, but as a team, each contributes to the whole experience to make it relaxing, and fruitful. I had a dire need to sell some silver/sterling silver, which I learned from a phone call and talking with Stuart, was what they were mostly in the market for. They welcomed me and set about to evaluate and assess my offerings Debby doing the initial evaluation and Stuart filling in to look at the sterling silver. Now understand, I was not there expecting to get spot prices, or to recoup what I personally had invested. That said they did make me fair offers, which I gladly accepted. Such a positive experience. I highly recommend Westside C & C to anybody buying or selling silver or foreign paper money.”