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| Monday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About The Collector's Friend
The Collector's Friend is a card shop located in Rensselaer, New York. The Collector's Friend in Rensselaer is a collectibles store where Google reviewers mention sports cards most often, followed by Pokémon and other trading cards. Reviews also point to coins, silver and sports memorabilia in the mix, and customers describe the staff as friendly and honest. The Collector's Friend is well-reviewed by the local collector community, earning 4.4 stars from 74 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for Pokémon singles, Magic: The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh, sealed hobby and TCG boxes, local card shops like The Collector's Friend in Rensselaer are the heart of the New York hobby community. Visit The Collector's Friend online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
The Collector's Friend at a glance
- Open 6 days a week · Open Saturdays (11:00 AM – 4:00 PM) · Closed Sundays.
- The nearest other card shop is Flipside Gaming - East Greenbush in East Greenbush, 3.2 mi away.
- Carries: Pokémon, Sports cards, Yu-Gi-Oh, Trading cards, Magic.
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The Collector's Friend reviews
Is The Collector's Friend well reviewed?
The Collector's Friend has a 4.4-star average from 74 Google reviews. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about The Collector's Friend
Where is The Collector's Friend located?
The Collector's Friend is located in Rensselaer, New York at 528 3rd Ave Ext, Rensselaer, NY 12144.
What should I expect at The Collector's Friend?
The Collector's Friend is a local card shop in Rensselaer, New York. Expect a rotating inventory of singles, sealed wax, and graded cards, plus the kind of knowledgeable, personal service the hobby community relies on.
When is The Collector's Friend open?
The Collector's Friend's listed hours are: Monday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday Closed. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near The Collector's Friend?
The closest are Flipside Gaming - East Greenbush in East Greenbush (3.2 mi), Allstar Sport Cards in East Greenbush (3.8 mi), Shroomy's Game Store in Albany (5.2 mi).
Card Shops near The Collector's Friend
The closest other card shops to The Collector's Friend, by distance:
Flipside Gaming - East Greenbush
Allstar Sport Cards
Shroomy's Game Store
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