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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 12 to 5 PM |
About The Comics Vault
The Comics Vault is a comic book store located in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. The Comics Vault in Altoona gets new comics every Wednesday and keeps adding to its back issues. It also handles CGC and CBCS grading submissions, convention signing and pickup services, original art, statues and toys, and it hosts in-store events and signings. Google reviewers most often mention its friendly staff, Magic: The Gathering and collectables. The Comics Vault is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.7 stars from 205 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for creator signings, trade paperbacks, rare Silver Age keys, local comic shops like The Comics Vault in Altoona are the heart of the Pennsylvania collecting community. Visit The Comics Vault online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
The Comics Vault at a glance
- Open 5 days a week · Open Saturdays (11 AM to 12 AM) · Open Sundays (12 to 5 PM).
- The nearest other comic book store is SCG Hobby, Altoona in Altoona, 2.1 mi away.
- Find The Comics Vault on Facebook.
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The Comics Vault reviews
Is The Comics Vault well reviewed?
The Comics Vault has a 4.7-star average from 205 Google reviews.
Frequently asked questions about The Comics Vault
Where is The Comics Vault located?
The Comics Vault is located in Altoona, Pennsylvania at 1130 12th Ave.
Does The Comics Vault sell back issues?
Yes, The Comics Vault 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 The Comics Vault?
The Comics Vault is a local comic book store in Altoona, Pennsylvania. 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 The Comics Vault open?
The Comics Vault's listed hours are: Monday Closed; Tuesday Closed; Wednesday 12 to 8 PM; Thursday 12 to 8 PM; Friday 12 to 9 PM; Saturday 11 AM to 12 AM; Sunday 12 to 5 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near The Comics Vault?
The closest are SCG Hobby, Altoona in Altoona (2.1 mi), Codex Comics & Collectibles in Ebensburg (17 mi), Bent Wookee Comix in Johnstown (31 mi).
Comic Book Stores near The Comics Vault
The closest other comic book stores to The Comics Vault, by distance:
SCG Hobby, Altoona
Codex Comics & Collectibles
Bent Wookee Comix
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