text: Blackhawk isn't just a hardware store; it's a Charlotte tradition. You'll read about it again and again in \"Best of\" polls for good reason. For one thing it's a remnant of an earlier time, although it's thoroughly modern, too. You walk in and there's the giant weigh scale (I won't go near it, but my grandmother was quick to step up well into her 80s) and the popcorn dispenser- help yourself to a scoop as you browse around. \n\nThe staff- many who've been here since it opened in 1977 or shortly thereafter- are helpful and knowledgeable. The stuff- though- that's where it really gets interesting. There's a little bit of something for everyone. Looking for an odd-sized screw or some PVC pipe for your plumbing project? They've got it. How about a handblown glass hummingbird feeder? Check. Fertilizer? Check. A doormat? Check-a-roonie; there are hundreds to choose from- basic to high end monogrammed. Tervis tumblers? A bazillion cabinet hardware fixtures? Shower curtains? How about some Kilz for that paint project? Top it off with a monogrammed cup holder or decorative plant holder, and you begin to get the picture. In fact, if I had an elderly relative whose stamina prevented anything but one outing, I'd take her to Blackhawk Hardware. Although you seldom find the lowest prices here, you will find unique gifts, friendly folks, and a one-of-a-kind, relaxing shopping experience.