1713 RT228 ST L1
Cranberry TWP, PA 16066
USA
I visited Hobby Express. The store is easy to find, and there is ample parking. The store exterior is attractive and looks professional. Upon entering, I was greeted almost immediately by two members of staff who offered to help me. They were friendly but not pushy ... and I liked that. I wandered around a little and was impressed right away. They have a lot of cool toys, games, and models in the store. They also carry a nice range of RPG and miniature gaming supplies.
In the far left back corner of the store, I located my prey. I had to giggle because the Privateer Press stuff butted up right against all the Games Workshop stuff as if they were all one game. I was amused to see that a shopper would have to walk past the WARMACHINE & HORDES miniatures to get to the Games Workshop stuff. The space the miniatures were displayed in was kind of tight. I had to squeeze into a tiny space. I am a large mammal, and I make no bones about that. I wasn't upset about this though, and actually found it very amusing. No problems though, because there's a lot of stuff in that store and that's not a bad thing!
The selection of WARMACHINE, HORDES, & IRON KINGDOMS product was impressive. They also had a good selection of NO QUARTER back issues. I picked up #17 and #18. They still have issues #3 to #16 available if you need a back issue.
While I was browsing, another helpful member of staff greeted me and asked me if she could help. She was friendly and approachable, but not pushy .. and again, I like that.
On checking out, I inquired about the WARMACHINE & HORDES scene in the store and area. The gentleman at the register admitted that he didn't know a whole lot about the miniature gaming scene in the area. He said that he knew a lot of customers buy the models and the magazines.
The down side is that the store doesn't have any space for in-store gaming.
All in all the visit was great, and I recommend stopping by and checking out the store. But bring some money with you because they have so much cool stuff you're going to need it!
All in all the visit was great, and I recommend stopping by and checking out the store. But bring some money with you because they have so much cool stuff you're going to need it!
