I recently visited Cherokee Trading Co. and what an experience it was! This antique, thrift, and all-around eclectic store truly left a mark on me. From the moment I walked in, the sweet lady behind the counter made me feel right at home. She was incredibly helpful, guiding us through the labyrinthine aisles and assisting us in finding items while also providing pricing information.
The store itself is a treasure trove of items spanning a wide range of categories. It's like a mishmash of different worlds under one roof. Whether you're into camping gear, tools, military surplus, knives, or even Pokémon cards, they seem to have it all. The variety is genuinely impressive, and you could spend hours just exploring the different nooks and crannies.
One thing to note is the pricing diversity. While some items are reasonably priced and offer great value for money, there are others that left me slightly baffled. A quick online search showed that some items were indeed priced on the higher side. Nevertheless, the thrill of the hunt and the joy of discovering unique gems somehow balanced out this aspect.
The experience overall was enjoyable. It's worth mentioning that the store is packed to the brim – it's like organized/unorganized chaos. While it did seem to teeter on the edge of hoarding, there's an undeniable charm to it. If you're willing to put in the time to dig and explore, you're bound to stumble upon something.
All in all, Cherokee Trading Co. provided a fun and memorable outing. It's a place where curiosity reigns and surprises abound. While it might not be the most organized or streamlined shopping experience, it's the unpredictability that makes it special. So, if you're up for an adventure and don't mind getting lost in a sea of treasures, this store is definitely worth a visit. I'm giving it four stars for the unique...
Read moreSome of the friendliest country folks you'll ever do business with. The store is rather messy, but they have pretty much everything, from fancy purses like an occasional Gucci, Vera Wang, etc. to knives, air rifles and pistols, clothing, throwing knives, jackets, pipes for smoking various legal substances, DO NOT REFER TO ITEMS BY ANY DRUG PARAPHERNALIA SLANG OR TERMS, scopes, ammo, fishing poles, fishing lures, hygiene products, cold and flu medicine, shovels, chains, various tools of all sorts, rail systems, laser sights, antiques of various types, sun shades, console games and stations, controllers, video security cameras, drones, VR equipment, every once in a while a crossbow even comes in, also slingshots. I suppose the set up is a lot like a consignment shop, thrift store, or maybe a flea market as there are flags and tire rims (wheels) available as well. They also have nuts, sweets, jerky and cold canned soft drinks. This shop is probably my favorite store. It's not sterile and there's one shared restroom, but in my opinion, huge selection and...
Read moreA friend referred to this place as a "poor man's Walmart." I think it's more like a hoarder's nightmare. The place has disordered stuff everywhere. The aisles, such as they are, are literally overflowing with articles for sale. It would be a herculean task to conduct an inventory and the result would only confirm there is too much stuff to inventory. Some things stand out--a huge selection of mower blades of every size imaginable; a large selection of small arms ammo; a wall of fan belts; sundry hand tools and attachments--but you could spend a day searching through mountains of what you don't want to find the one item you do want. With all that said, if you have a chance to visit, it's worth investing an afternoon. Who knows what...
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