John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller
Antique store4.3(12 Google reviews)John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller is a antique store in San Francisco, CA. You’ll find it at 49 Geary St, Ste 233, San Francisco, CA 94108. It’s one of 86 secondhand and resale shops we track in San Francisco.
The store keeps hours six days a week and is closed on Sunday, staying open as late as 5 PM on its longest days. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
Antique dealers price by research, age, and provenance, so expect fewer accidental bargains but far more depth per shelf — furniture, glass, jewelry, and collectibles with real history. Many dealers negotiate on larger pieces, especially for cash.
Shoppers rate it 4.3 out of 5 on Google across 12 reviews. 6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
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Store information
- Address
- 49 Geary St, Ste 233, San Francisco, CA 94108
- Hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMTuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMWednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMThursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMFriday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMSaturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PMSunday: ClosedHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +14159865826
- Website
- johnwindle.com
Getting there
John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller is in San Francisco, California.
Get directions37.78773, -122.40430
Before you go
- Bring cash and ask politely whether there is any flexibility on price — many dealers discount 10–20% for cash.
- Check marks, joints, and repairs; a phone photo of the maker’s mark lets you look up comparable sold prices before you commit.
- Measure doorways and your vehicle before falling for a large piece — most antique stores are cash-and-carry.
- It’s closed on Sunday — plan the visit for another day.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller located?
John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller is located at 49 Geary St, Ste 233, San Francisco, CA 94108.
What are John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: Closed. Hours can change — call ahead at +14159865826 to confirm.
Is John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller open on Sunday?
No — John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller is closed on Sunday according to its posted hours.
What kind of store is John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller?
John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller is a antique store in San Francisco, CA.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
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