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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 5 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 5 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About The Retro Rocket
The Retro Rocket is a card shop located in Wellston, Ohio. The Retro Rocket in Wellston mixes trading card games with retro and modern video games, collectibles and toys ranging from vintage to new. Google reviewers most often mention its friendly owner and retro gaming, and they also point to vintage toys, consoles and controllers, and new items arriving daily. The Retro Rocket is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.7 stars from 71 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for autograph and patch cards, rare inserts and parallels, vintage wax and modern singles, local card shops like The Retro Rocket in Wellston are the heart of the Ohio hobby community. Visit The Retro Rocket online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
The Retro Rocket at a glance
- Open 5 days a week · Open Saturdays (12 to 7 PM) · Closed Sundays.
- The nearest other card shop is Kreed's Trading Cards in Vinton, 15 mi away.
- Find The Retro Rocket on Facebook.
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The Retro Rocket reviews
Is The Retro Rocket well reviewed?
The Retro Rocket has a 4.7-star average from 71 Google reviews. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about The Retro Rocket
Where is The Retro Rocket located?
The Retro Rocket is located in Wellston, Ohio at 18 S Ohio Ave, Wellston, OH 45692.
What should I expect at The Retro Rocket?
The Retro Rocket is a local card shop in Wellston, Ohio. 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 Retro Rocket open?
The Retro Rocket's listed hours are: Monday Closed; Tuesday 11 AM to 5 PM; Wednesday 11 AM to 5 PM; Thursday 11 AM to 5 PM; Friday 12 to 7 PM; Saturday 12 to 7 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 Retro Rocket?
The closest are Kreed's Trading Cards in Vinton (15 mi), Next Level Gaming Center in Gallipolis (28 mi), Retro Bros. in Gallipolis (28 mi).
Card Shops near The Retro Rocket
The closest other card shops to The Retro Rocket, by distance:
Kreed's Trading Cards
Next Level Gaming Center
Retro Bros.
Chillicothe Sports Cards
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