“My guy Colin was a legend, he was charismatic and chill. Helped me get some spray paint today, was able to offer suggestions and help with my assignment while maintaining a truly funny and upbeat attitude.”
“Best ACE in LB. Very knowledgeable staff. Lawrence is the best. If they don't have something in inventory they will call another store for you. Fast screen turnaround.”
“This was a nice store.I hadn't been to one since I was in Ft.Worth and they're all nicely stocked with knowledgeable employees.
I just bought a Phillip head screw driver and a box cutter to install/my new California license plates.
They had a car battery charger i was interested in but didn't have the money.
I think keeping a car battery charger is a good backup to keep from calling AAA,or to help others..Ill check out their sales online,they have them quite frequently.”
12:30 - 3PM 7AM - 12PM
15523 Minnesota Ave, Paramount
Hardware Stores
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I had a great experience at Brown Bolt & Nut in Paramount. Joe helped me out and provided excellent customer service he was friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure I found exactly what I needed. It’s not always easy to get good help when searching for specific parts, but Joe made the process quick and stress free. Definitely recommend this place if you need bolts, nuts, or hardware and want great service!”
“I would like to give a big shoutout to Benjamin and Alec! I am a total noob when it comes to building things and am planning on building a banquette. Benjamin went out of his way to help me regarding the wood and find additional help on my questions and Alec was very knowledgeable about how to build things and gave great tips! I highly rec this place!”
“It's a great place to shop. They have things you can't find at other hardware stores. And if they don't have it, they can probably help you order it.”
“Huge shout out to this store that is traditionally a place you can get legit help. They're mellow when you're on site and will match up screws and threadings.
Today we had an issue and Glen, a staffer, was referred to us by other staff. He came to the phone and helped us troubleshoot our issue and even was willing to receive a photograph of what we were running into so he wasn't winging an answer.
This is nothing short of remarkable for folks typically BS answers rather than help neighbors and work with customers in good faith.
I'll drive out of my way to see if I can buy from them first.”
“I will take this time to recognize excellent customer service. Competitors told me that what I was trying to do was impossible , well your guy Chris found everything I needed in the matter of seconds. Now I can carry on with my project. Much thanks ??”
“Great old school hardware store. Amazing selection of items and services that any apartment dweller, home owner, or business owner need.They make screens, cut glass on site. May not look like much, but a place like this is worth shopping at just for the customer service they offer.”
“ever walked in to a store and u planned on buying just 1 thing.. but walked out with a basket full of random things or u got ur family waiting for u in the car while u just grabbed what u went in for.... 1hr later.. if u have a gf n when u guys goes out shopping to her stores (bcuz she needs make up all of a sudden) then guys! this is the perfect payback.. why? ill tell u why.. just like u guys both walked around every isle n looked at every product in her boring store well (buhahaha) i can literally walk thru every isle and find something i might need or find something i might want or maybe buy something because the deal was just so good u had to buy it. from the moment u walk into harbor freight till the little items at the check stands im having a problem saying no bcuz its so cheap and its so useful.. i love this store. i love tools.. i might just be an addict for low cost quality tools”
7:30AM - 6PM
2929 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles
Hardware Stores
“Great local hardware store with friendly people who help you with any need.
Would like to give a shoutout to Blanca who went above and beyond to help me. She took time out of her lunch to actually come to my house and help me with a problem I had with my faucet.”
“For a place 10 times smaller than "Home Depo" or "Any Huge Garden and home Center ".They really have just about everything a large "Garden Center/ Home Inprovment”
“Great hardware store! Staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and always willing to help find the right tools or materials. The store is well-organized, pricing is fair, and they always seem to have what I need. A reliable spot for any home project.”
“Well, it has things at a very good price compared to Home Depot and well organized. There are some tools that are not good quality, but if they get you out of an emergency, for example, if I use a drill that costs less than 60 dollars and Home Depot costs 130 and I don't have money, it's a good option for me, I'm 60”
“The quality and variety of tools is getting much much better. Get paid pretty good tools now at a decent price. Remember many years back when I went to one of these places when they first came out. Cougar of a cheap quality I used to call knuckle breakers. Not anymore worth shopping there.”
“Great prices on decent tools and excellent prices on other things you’ll find a use for. Sometimes the check out line is really slow but it’s still a positive visit overall. This location is very clean and very well organized and stocked.”
“I had a custom project I needed done for a boat exhaust. It was an odd job, but Oscar, the owner, saved the day. He was so helpful and kind. If it's possible and he has it in stock, Oscar can make it happen. What a great local business. Really makes you wish every shop was this nice.”
“Really lot's to buy bargains & share with friends...I always vist Wienerschnitzel nx to Army Navy & Marine recruiting! Nope! Not! again! my Son is now 30 plus Army year's ”
“They have lots of hardware, tools,materials,very reasonable prices,also they sell in bulk or by weight you get your money's worth, it's my place to go.”
“Mmmmmm, my electrician friends, there is a great variety of tools, not to mention the material, the most important thing is really everything, but in this store they have 12/2 250-foot Romex wire at an affordable price. It is $85 dollars plus taxes. I recommend it for us electricians who work. On your own. Economical prices, excellent kindness.”
7:30AM - 4:30PM
16601 Normandie Ave, Gardena
Hardware Stores
“I sent some emails asking questions and they were answered very quickly with the information I requested. I loved the quick response which then led me to go to the location to get my 5lb co2 tank filled. The service was fast got in and out in about 15 min there were 2 customers before me. I Will likely come back if I get another tank or when my current one empties in a year or so.”
“Alright so this is my store and all, but this particular location has been almost entirely wiped out of hand cutting tools, the last few times I've stopped in, to replace or pick something up. It's ridiculous and fairly inconvenient considering the next closest location is actually, pretty, far away. But they make up for it in their below sea level pricing markdowns and unbeatable exchange policy. You my dawg harbor, u know Igot love for ya.”
“Incredible company! Definitely doing business with them again in the future.
August 2025 I ordered wrong parts mistakenly and McMaster Carr went above and beyond to help me fix my issue and get me the correct parts.”
“I got hooked up with an Occidental belt and pouches. I brought my gear into the store so that Edwin and I could fill in the gaps in my current tool belt. I ended up keeping my Klein 2.5” lineman’s pouch, an Atlas 46 hammer holder, and an Atlas 46 drill holster. Everything else, I swapped. I’m a large dude with intentions to lose weight, so buying a pricey leather belt online would’ve been riskier than making the drive out to see them in person.
There’s an armed guard outside the store, which was comforting. The staff was friendly, 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking to square away their kit. I live in North County San Diego, so thirty bucks worth of gas gave me peace of mind knowing I got to try on every piece of gear before buying it.
Keep in mind that only a portion of the store’s back wall is dedicated to tool bags; most of the space is devoted to selling all things Milwaukee, Makita, and Klein. The store itself is about the size of a CVS pharmacy, but every square foot oozes quality. The checkout area, usually reserved for bubble gum, featured a classy bucket filled with Makita bit holders and Milwaukee impact-rated sockets. It’s like a bourgeois gun store for screwdrivers.
Gear in photo:
• Occidental black canvas bolt bag
• Occidental tapered tool holster
• Occidental Electrician’s Tool Case
• Occidental 2” leather work belt
I also got an Occidental belt-worn tape clip—it just wasn’t in the photo.
Tools:
• Klein: diagonal cutters, needle-nose pliers, wire strippers, lineman’s pliers, 11-in-1 screwdriver
• Milwaukee: 14-in-1 ratcheting screwdriver, demo flathead, smooth-face 19 oz hammer
• Ridgid: impact driver”
“I recently was thinking about my favorite experiences with my dad growing up, and I remembered this local hardware store that my dad would take me to when he was doing home repairs or building something. I now live in a different state and wondered if it was still there. It's been 40 years, and I am shocked and thrilled to find out that a place that helped shape my future and built so many memories still exists. Thanks for some of the best memories.”
“If you don't ask someone for help me walk in then you're on your own because the people on the floor are racing past because they don't want you to ask them anything!”
“First time ever going to a harbor freight store. Staff were very helpful and courteous to assist with purchasing items. I was surprised they have items there cheaper than other stores. This store is very neat.”
“They had everything that I needed to put up and Mount my Flat screen TV.
Customer service was Great. I definitely recommend going there . Especially if you live nearby.”
“The staff are very nice and helpful Every time I come. I come in they ask if they can help you find something and are knowledgeable on the location of the items. The checkout is fast they will open another register if needed to move things along. And returns are smooth. I highly recommend this location probably one of the best I’ve been to of the many locations I’ve visit nationwide. I travel a lot for work doing construction so I’ve visited a lot of stores”
“I had a hard time finding a basic light switch! After searching a few big box stores, I tried Walters. Not only did they have the switch, the staff was so friendly and helpful!!! The location was clean and appeared to be well stocked - They're right off the freeway which is convenient also.”