Dandy and Blue is a collectibles store at 23 Main Street in Eketāhuna, in the Tararua district, and holds a perfect 5.0 rating from its two Google reviews.
A good collectibles store lives and dies on condition and honesty: dealers who grade items accurately — mint in box versus well-loved — and price accordingly are the ones collectors keep coming back to. Stock turns over constantly, so repeat visits pay off, and it never hurts to leave a want list; many shops will get in touch when the right piece comes through the door. Expect a browse that rewards patience: glass cabinets for the prized pieces, boxes of the affordable ones, and someone behind the counter who can tell you the difference. In a small town, these shops often double as a gathering point for local hobbyists, too.
Dandy and Blue sits right on Eketāhuna's Main Street, an easy stop for collectors passing through Tararua on the way north or south.