Joe's Rock Shop — Local services in Orderville

We were there for a specific type of rock, which they didn’t have (no one ended up having it at any of the places we stopped, so we don’t hold any hard feelings because of that). We were impressed with the friendliness of the lady that helped us. When she realized that she didn’t have what we were after, she suggested we try Bob’s down the road. I appreciate people that put the customer’s needs over trying to make a buck for themselves, which is why I’m writing this review. (BTW, Bob’s isn’t the official name of the rock shop down the road, but we did stop there… it was packed, so we wandered around to see if they had the right kind of rock. We didn’t find anything and decided not to wait around to see if there was anyone to ask, as the one employee had a huge line waiting for help). I am not sure why “Bobs” was so much busier than Joe’s, but the customer service at Joe’s was excellent and the prices seemed decent for their stock. I’d definitely recommend a stop there if you’re passing...

The owner (Ken) is a first rate kind of guy. I stopped by (on recommend from a rock club pal (SNG&MS in Vegas) to chat a bit before setting out this morning, and that turned into an hour. He is just that friendly! He's took over the operation about 18 years ago, from his father; who started the business. So he's things come and go around here for a long time, and that counts when you are asking for tips to find rocks or minerals in the vicinity. I came back later to find him doing some lapidary work in the back for some customers. He has some nice inventory as well. I know there are a few dozen rock shops in this neck of the woods, but you be hard pressed to find a friendlier and more straight shooting owner than Ken. If you happen to be in this neck of the woods, I recommend stopping in to see...

This place has it all and prices are amazing. Some real deals on slices to take home and complete. They have it all and Ken and his wife are the sweetest people you will ever meet. They took so much time with us and sliced a big agate we found the day before. Came out better than expected. We have been here 4 times and will definitely come back. I hope to mail some stones we find to them for polishing. This type of rock shop is a dying art and I will shop here every time we are near. They give so much we must support them so we can return...