Surplus Value Center

This place is amazing. They had EVERYTHING we needed for my son’s performance as a Colonial Marine this past Halloween… including several items I didn’t expect to find there. He was so thrilled with everything we bought and the jungle boots are now a permanent addition to my son’s wardrobe. Still can’t believe they were only thirty bucks. Crazy. The smell gets mustier the further back into the store you explore, but with the incredible selection of vintage military gear on display it is a small price to pay. I almost bought a combat flight suit for myself, just cause it was so cool. The service we received was prompt and courteous and we had a great time shopping there… will definitely be back.

Quite possibly my favorite army surplus store ever. This store is much bigger than it seems with a crazy wide and varied selection of army/​survival supply gear. Tons of canteens, knives, utility bags, leather satchels, pea coats, camping gear of all kinds… A crazy hat selection from leather Amelia Earhart type caps to big Nazi officer hats… I really could not name everything sold here– you want it, they got it.

I love this place. I’ve been coming here since I first came to Silverlake in the 80’s.
They have everything and it’s really fun to just look around there.

SVC has the most comprehensive selection of any surplus store I’ve been to. rivaled only by Supply Sergeant in Burbank.
Not only do they have an extensive selection of clothing, but they have a very wide array of accessories, bags, backpacks, knives, tools, scarves, hats, rain slicks, assorted camping gear, camouflage fabrics on large rolls, PARACORD (7-​strand), the list goes on and on.
They don’t have ev-​ry-​thing you could want, but they’re pretty damn close.
FYI: It’s all street parking around here and you gotta watch out for the side of the street that’s PERMIT ONLY even on weekends!

Very friendly and helpful staff. Had what I was looking for, and if he didn’t he went to look in his back storeroom or helped me look for it. Great Service and good prices too.

They have a huge selection of gear. Some of the surplus clothing is a bit beat up, but that adds character! George helped me pick out a new multitool. He was very nice and wished me good luck with my volunteering with the Forest Service. Stop by and have a look! The staff is nice and friendly :)

Great place to find all kinds of long Johns for the cold. Not a bad price 12.95. A sporting good store had some for 30 bucks and only one kind. For skiing. Here they military quality.

Very shady company. They sold me a 15 gallon water jug for $ 50. That needed some hexagonal tool to open — which they didn’t not include or tell me it was needed. Once I call to complain, the manager continues to yell back at me and overspoke his customer. Will not return.

Have only great things to say about Surplus Value Center. Both times I was able to find parking right out front. Was greeted with friendly a «hello» upon entering. On my first trip they were SUPER helpful with all my questions about the goggles. I was getting them for my dad so they let me take pictures so I could have him actually pick out his favorites. I wasn’t in need of much on my trips but they had exactly what I needed and I took the time to look around for future reference. So much good stuff! Really dig their bag selection — backpacks, messenger bags, ditty bags, bags for your utility belt, you name it!

I read the reviews before heading to this location, boy was I worried. Low & behold my trip was actually perfect!
found princess parking right in the front, soon as I walked in. I asked for help and got it. Literally in and out in 10 minutes.
The gentlemen was friendly and the variety was great! I’ll be back for sure.

This Silverlake outfitter has changed my life for the better numerous times. Where else can you get tactical camping gear, really cool clothes, and a fire axe in one place?
This is not exactly a «Surplus Value Center», as the prices are full-​metal retail.
Upon observing the customers: they are consistently cooler and better-​dressed than the clientele down the street at American Apparel.

This is probably one of the biggest Military Surplus stores in the area when it comes to clothing, tactical gear, boots, hats, and other things. Compared to Sgt. Surplus (in Burbank), they do not have a big camping section so if you are looking for clothes and other items then this is the place to be! My boyfriend is former Navy and he loves these stores because it reminds him of the good old days and the gear is much better quality than any other retailers. Granted, one does pay more, but if you are actually in the armed services, or survivalist, you want good stuff. The store isn’t fancy, but the aisles are narrow and it’s easy to get lost. The employees weren’t super friendly, but when it’s a store dedicated to hard asses then you will find other hard asses running the place. There is a also a great selection of second hand clothing and a ridiculous amount of genuine Levi Strauss jeans so if your man, or lady, needs these types of supplies this is a good start. I would definitely visit Sgt. Surplus if you want a wider variety of camping gear.

Horrible customer service, extremely rude, difficult and disrespectful!
Purchased two sealed thermals top and bottom, I had to go solely by the sizes indicated on the package as the signs clearly state not to open. Tried on at home, sizes on package were completely inaccurate. I returned the next day to simply exchange the top for a larger size not thinking I would be given hell!
A man who I believe may be the owner began showing me signs for no returns and I had to constantly repeat I did not want to return but exchange as the sizes on the package was false, he then walks me over to the thermals showing me the signs not to open and I told him I had seen them obviously and respected that. He then lies and says there are open samples of the thermals out to try on so I had no excuses as to why I wanted to exchange and I told him there was not any open samples and when he walked me over he saw that there really were zero open samples to try on and by the way… they aren’t even in the same location! they were a rack over in between other random garments.
Will never come here again.
Parking is hell, tickets are given constantly in this area.

Who owns this store? I try to support it, because it’s a local business near me that’s quite an interesting place, but every time I ask if they have something I need, two different men say «No.» Then I go and search and search, and there it is on the floor! Laziness? Me thinks so.

I want to like this place but i’m gonna have to give it a BIG thumbs down. I bought a camping coffee press here then went away camping for 10 days. The press broke on Day 1. When i got back, I brought it back to exchange it for one that worked. The sales clerk told that there was nothing that he could do about it. REALLY??? how about taking care of your customers that come in all the time to buy your merch… how about some descent customer service buddy??? What a jerk.

Pros:
Large selection: this store has alot of official military uniforms and gear as well as boot leg uniforms and gear.
Cons:
Customer Service: Don’t bother asking them for anything because they will not help you. In fact, They won’t even bother saying Hi when you walk up to the register to buy something.
Parking: non-​existent and it is located on Sunset Blvd. Good luck.
Verdict
Been to this store 2 times and will not be returning. With horrible customer service and and frustrating parking, I should have learned my lesson the first time.

This place is pretty cool. They have a lot of stuff you’d see at any surplus store.
Good overnight packs (for hiking), and more camo than you’d need if you were trying to form a guerrilla militia. They have a wide selection of knives, dickies, bags, gun holsters, service uniforms, camping supplies (cookware, lights, tarps, etc), and other things. I also saw some interesting shoes, bright leg warmers (?!), and other random things.
What I didn’t find was knuckles… so I had to keep it moving. In the future, I could be back for some other strange «must have».

WTF?! This place is awesome!!!
Russian military fur hats — Custom army dog tags — jungle camouflage full body suit — camping gear — Boots — Goggles — shirts — pants — sunglasses … Endless amounts of awesome sh-​t.
This is the place featured in the movie Falling Down (amazing flick). This is the place he gets his grenade or rocket launcher or something.
I also frequently see paparazzi hanging out in the doorway to this store as there are super-​hip, celeb-​magnet cafes and restaurants right next door. Paparazzi are actually pretty scary in person! I wanted to yell out at them: «Paparazzi!!!» real loud and point to where they were hiding to warn any possible victims… but that would make me look crazy and you gotta keep your cool in Silver Lake.

AKA Macy’s…see Pazzo Gelato review…
I love this spot — best Dickies selection I’ve seen in years… It’s where I buy my Dicks and flannels… and when it is pouring rain and need a rain jacket for that one special rainy week in LA a year — you can buy one there too!
Can you believe DiCaprio shopped there — honestly, who cares — but his picture is on the wall just above the knives!!!
I’ve loved surplus stores since I was ten — they all have that same musty smell — where you’re like damn camouflage stinks like a mother… so I’ll buy some gear and gets to steppin’!
For all you urban commandos, hmmm… buy…your…Karate books… there, maybe?

It’s a great store full of tons of crap that you’d only wear at Halloween. Slightly unorganized, but laid out in a way that you can find what you’re looking for within 10 minutes.
And, this place would easily get 4 stars if the lone employee wasn’t such a douchebagggggg. This is not a personal attack. Actually. IT IS. What a jerk. Don’t tell me you don’t have a cheaper version of something when that said version is right next to you. Mmmm hmmm, that ain’t cool, man.