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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About 3 Keys Comics
3 Keys Comics is a comic book store located in Crete, Illinois. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. 3 Keys Comics in Crete buys and sells comics, trading cards and original comic art, and is always interested in buying collections. The shop offers collection appraisals in the store or on location. Google reviewers most often mention its knowledgeable staff and laid-back atmosphere, along with back issues, cards and action figures. 3 Keys Comics is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.6 stars from 77 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for trade paperbacks, rare Silver Age keys, modern variants, local comic shops like 3 Keys Comics in Crete are the heart of the Illinois collecting community. Visit 3 Keys Comics online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
3 Keys Comics at a glance
- Open 5 days a week · Open Saturdays (12 to 7 PM) · Closed Sundays.
- The nearest other comic book store is Zone Comics and Games in Homewood, 8.2 mi away.
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3 Keys Comics reviews
Is 3 Keys Comics well reviewed?
3 Keys Comics has a 4.6-star average from 77 Google reviews.
Frequently asked questions about 3 Keys Comics
Where is 3 Keys Comics located?
3 Keys Comics is located in Crete, Illinois at 595 W Exchange St.
Does 3 Keys Comics sell back issues?
Yes, 3 Keys Comics maintains a back issue inventory. Visit or call to ask about specific issues, runs, or keys you're looking for.
What should I expect at 3 Keys Comics?
3 Keys Comics is a local comic book store in Crete, Illinois. Expect new releases, back issues, graphic novels, and a knowledgeable staff who can help you discover new titles or track down specific issues.
When is 3 Keys Comics open?
3 Keys Comics's listed hours are: Monday Closed; Tuesday 12 to 7 PM; Wednesday 12 to 7 PM; Thursday 12 to 7 PM; Friday 12 to 7 PM; Saturday 12 to 7 PM; Sunday Closed. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near 3 Keys Comics?
The closest are Zone Comics and Games in Homewood (8.2 mi), Amazing Fantasy Books & Comics in Frankfort (12 mi), Amazing Fantasy Books & Comics in Tinley Park (13 mi).
Comic Book Stores near 3 Keys Comics
The closest other comic book stores to 3 Keys Comics, by distance:
Zone Comics and Games
Amazing Fantasy Books & Comics
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