Charlie Cheetah Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 Well, got the info this morning, our accomadations and conferences are at the Eatons Centre Marriott in Downtown Toronto, any decent shops within walking distance worth checking out. Also, I know there is a toy store in the Eatons Centre, would they sell any kits? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hacker Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 (edited) http://www.wheelswingshobbies.com/ Not really the only good one I found near there is Wheels and wings on Danforth. Well worth it to check it out. I wish I could go there more often then I do Also when downtown check out the world's largest book store they carry a lot of Schiffer Books among others. http://www.aviationworld.net/index.php The only other one is Aviation World on Carlingview but that is up by Pearson International. Edited October 7, 2011 by hacker Quote Link to post Share on other sites
phantom Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 I would recommend the one on Danforth as well. They have the most aftermarket and kits. But not a lot of decals. After that Avaiation world and then North Star which is straight south of AV world, down the 427 turning right on Hwy 5. Sadly AV world has not had new stock in quite a while and North Star has almost bare shelves. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Av8fan Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 You can get to W&W via the transit system. You can call TTC info line which will give you instructions on how to get there. You mentioned walking distance and that pretty much leaves most/all of them out. there is also hornet hobbies, but, again transit/walking meh Hornet hobbies If you are feeling hungry, "Greek Town" is an area of restaurants that runs along the Danforth(same subway line) there are some pretty good places to eat. Danforth BIA I hope that you enjoy your stay. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hacker Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 Sadly AV world has not had new stock in quite a while and North Star has almost bare shelves. this I did not know about these two, sad seems to be the case in a lot of hobby shops here. Biggest complain is just trying to get stuff from the suppliers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie Cheetah Posted October 7, 2011 Author Share Posted October 7, 2011 Ahh, was hoping for something closeby. If I have any time at all it would only be a few minutes duruing a lunch or coffee break..., if its less than a Km or so Ill try. If I knew the city better I would defnitely try to get to Northstar or Keiths hobbies. Will look at walking directions to the store on Danforth Thanks anyways guys, will wait for the Black Friday online sales I guess. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Av8fan Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 (edited) Well, Even taking the transit, it would take about 1/2 hour to get to W&W Driving..oh 15 minutes. Assuming all goes well. Darnit the map I had did not link. There used to be a place called Gameways ark a long time ago. First time I ever saw the Tamiya 1/32nd F-14. hmm..found this: Game & Hobby Edited October 8, 2011 by Av8fan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie Cheetah Posted October 8, 2011 Author Share Posted October 8, 2011 I know there are a few comic shops in the area. And that "game and Hobby" store is liek right around the corner I think. Thanks guys Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hacker Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Darnit the map I had did not link. http://www.mapquest.com/maps?address=1880+Danforth+Avenue&city=East+York&state=ON&zipcode=M4C+1J4&country=CA hope this works Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AnthonyWan Posted June 28, 2016 Share Posted June 28, 2016 http://www.wheelswingshobbies.com/ Highly recommended - with current exchange rates between USD and Canadian, the prices aren't too bad. I was able to snag a Revell Rafale B for about 25 US which is about what I'd pay at a shop here. They also have a huge collection of "resealed" and older kits downstairs along with a few crates of older books. I was able to find quite a few cool titles and went home with a nice pile. Staff are helpful too if you need help finding something. Free coffee at the door ;) -Anthony Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stalal Posted June 28, 2016 Share Posted June 28, 2016 If you are Eaton Centre, the closest one, not walking distance, is Dragon Hobby. Since this guy is the single owner, you should call first. Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1Y3 Phone:(416) 778-4775 Take the Street Car from King Street which is going to Broadview Station. Get off at Gerrard St station. Walk east and you will see the store about 200 metres on the north side of the street. The total ride time is around 15/20 minutes. The other route, thats sometime faster is going north to Yonge/Bloor station. Take the train eastbound from there and get off at Broadview. Take the street car going south on Broadview and get off at Gerrard. The advantage to me of this store is that he still has couple of Gunze Sangyo paints which is my preferred personal choice in paints. Hope this helps. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
phantom Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 Adding to my 2011 entry, North Star is now closed and Aviation World STILL has next to nothing on the shelfs for modellers. They constantly say new stuff is coming, but that has been going on for 5 years now. Its too bad because I really liked that place. There is a dumpy place called Panther hobbies near where North Star used to be. Rather expensive and mostly (appears) to be consinment. Next to no new stock unless its from China. The one on Danforth is still the best bet but rather expensive. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stalal Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 I dont buy from hobby stores anyways. Online is much cheaper. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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