Lew’s Rod & Reel (4.5 ⭐)

Independent collector notes and community insights below.

Lew's Rod & Reel

πŸ† About

Lew’s Rod & Reel is a NC bait shop that also sells some sports and TCG Cards.

πŸ’¬ Collector Notes

Independent editorial assessment

This is easily the coolest “hidden gem” in NC. Where else can you buy a high-end spinning reel, a Pikachu slab, and Japanese Kit-Kats in one trip? Pro Tip: Ask Lew for his latest Japanese import snacksβ€”he has a “secret stash” of items you usually only find in Tokyo or NYC.

Who this shop is (and isn’t) for

βœ… Best For

  • PokΓ©mon collectors
  • TCG players
  • Slabbed card buyers
  • Sealed wax buyers
  • Hobby box and graded card buyers

β›” Not Ideal For

  • Sports-only collectors
  • Looking for deep singles inventory
  • Seeking investment-grade cards
  • Seeking in-store play environments

⭐ Review Summary

An incredible “cross-hobby” shop that combines professional fishing tackle with a massive selection of PokΓ©mon, MTG, and even Japanese snacks. It’s an unassuming treasure trove run by Lew, a local legend who treats every customer like family

Google Reviews Rating: 4.5
Total Reviews: (98)

πŸ“ Location & Contact

  • Address: 506 E Main St
  • Phone : (252) 447-8880

⏰ Store Hours

  • Sunday: 7 AM-6 PM
  • Monday: 7 AM-6 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM-6 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM-6 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM-6 PM
  • Friday: 7 AM-6 PM
  • Saturday: 7 AM-6 PM

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