Milton Village Hardware: A Shopper’s Guide
Why You Should Visit
- Exceptional Small Engine Repair: They provide top-notch tune-ups and repairs for various equipment, including lawnmowers (Husqvarna, Toro, Stihl). My Husqvarna, after years of neglect, was restored to like-new condition.
- Specialized Stihl Dealership: You’ll find a wide selection of Stihl products, including battery-powered mowers, and even a hidden basement stock of items like gloves and saws. They’re a full-service dealer, handling sales, service, and repairs.
- Beyond Hardware: This isn’t your average hardware store. They offer unique services such as lamp rewiring (I had two antique lamps perfectly restored), key making, knife sharpening, and even glass cutting. I was amazed by the speed of my custom glass order.
- Friendly and Knowledgeable Staff: The staff, including Colby and Dan, are consistently praised for their helpfulness, expertise, and willingness to share their knowledge about product use and maintenance. They’ll take the time to explain things properly.
- Competitive Pricing: I found the prices for items like Stihl mowers to be competitive, even beating online retailers, including the cost of shipping. One review specifically highlighted an excellent price on a Stihl rmg 460 lawnmower.
- Convenient Location: Accessible by public transportation (Red Line and Mattapan Trolley), it’s conveniently located on the outskirts of Boston.
- Local Charm: The store has a charming, small-town feel, with even a few individual candies for sale at the front.
Why You Might Consider Alternatives
- Limited Selection: The store is small, and some shoppers have reported it lacks certain items. One review described it as having “nothing that you need” and comparing it unfavorably to a CVS.
