A second opinion on secondhand.
Used is often the smarter buy. Plenty of it was built better than what’s sold new today, it costs less, and there’s more of it than you’d think. Each of our 39 shops covers one kind of thing, and we sort through what’s for sale to pick the listings worth your money.
Best value
39 picks. Scroll for more.The model each shop thinks gives you the most for your money.
$30–$65Fishing reelsPenn Jigmaster 500Penn's do-everything boat reel for bottom fishing, light jigging and inshore work. It's simple inside, Penn parts are still easy to get, and working ones cost little.44 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$130–$170TypewritersRoyal Quiet De LuxeRoyal's premium portable from 1939 to the late 1950s, and every generation types well. There are plenty for sale, so don't overpay. Just budget for a platen re-cover.35 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$65–$100Cast ironGriswold No. 8 Small-Logo Skillet (704)The last Erie-made Griswold No. 8. It has the same 704 pattern and milled surface as the large-logo pan, and it usually costs less.123 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$1,075–$1,375Hi-fi receiversMarantz 2230 Stereo ReceiverPicture a vintage Marantz and it's probably this one, with a blue-lit dial, gyro-touch tuning and a solid 30 watts per channel. Serviced ones come up often, which keeps prices sane. Check the rear panel, since the 2230B is a different design.204 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$20–$40Football apparel1990s Green Bay Packers jerseysFavre and Reggie White replicas from the Super Bowl years are everywhere, which makes this the cheapest team in the store. With that much choice, hold out for a clean one in your size from a period maker.827 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$650–$875DJ gearTechnics SL-1200MK2The direct-drive deck that defined club turntables, built to run for decades and easy to service. Supply is deep, so only buy from a seller who sends a video of start-up, braking and a steady strobe.1,031 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$40–$60Road bike componentsShimano Dura-Ace RD-7402 rear derailleurTop-tier Dura-Ace from the indexed era costs about what mid-range parts do, because so many were made. Look for smooth pivots and pulleys without wobble, and make sure the stamp really reads 7402.184 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$120–$200Mini PCsDell OptiPlex 3060 MicroOff-lease OptiPlex Micros are everywhere, which keeps prices low for an 8th-gen machine. It's plenty for Home Assistant, Pi-hole, n8n or a small always-on agent box, and it costs little to leave running.259 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$170–$230Golf clubsTaylorMade Stealth DriverThe original Stealth is the cheapest way into TaylorMade's carbon-face drivers now that two newer versions are out. Check the face for chips and make sure the adapter and wrench come with it.46 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$270–$410Espresso machinesBreville Barista ExpressThe grinder is built in, so you're not buying a second machine. Supply is deep enough to wait for a clean one with its portafilter, baskets and tamper, and ask when it was last descaled.146 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$90–$260Fountain pensParker 51 AerometricThe 51 set the look for a generation of pens, and the Aero-metric version fills with a few presses on a ribbed bar. Supply is huge, so hold out for one the seller says fills and holds ink.224 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$390–$525Seiko & CasioSeiko SKX007Seiko made it from 1996 to 2019, so they're easy to find, and it's a proper 200m diver with a screw-down crown. Pass on any with aftermarket dials, hands or inserts and buy the stock one.124 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$650–$950SynthesizersYamaha DX7Orders passed 150,000 in its first year, so supply is deep and you can be choosy. You get 61 keys with velocity and aftertouch, MIDI, and the electric piano behind a big share of mid-eighties number ones. Check that every key plays and the internal voices are still there.426 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$500–$850Swiss watchesLongines FlagshipDealers point to the Flagship as one of the best ways into vintage collecting. You get a Longines movement from the brand's strongest years in a slim dress case. Look for the ship medallion on the caseback and pass on refinished dials.57 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$130–$200Guitar pedalsBoss DS-1 (Japan)The orange DS-1 has been in Boss's line since 1978, and a Japan-made one is from the early years for not much more than a new one. Ask for a photo of the bottom plate and the board, since the circuit changed even among Japan units.340 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$340–$450Pocket watchesElgin B.W. Raymond 21J Grade 571A 21-jewel railroad grade adjusted to six positions, and Elgin made enough of the grade 571 that prices stay sensible. Movements were often moved into other cases over the years, so check the case and dial match before you pay for originality.139 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$2,800–$4,425Electric guitarsGretsch 6120 Chet AtkinsA 1960s double-cut 6120 costs a fraction of a 1950s single-cut and plays the same part. Check the label serial through the f-hole, and look closely at the binding and the neck joint, since binding rot and neck resets are the usual repairs.97 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$35–$55Hand toolsDisston D-8 Hand SawOld Disston saws were made to last and plain ones cost little, so you can be picky about the plate. Ask for a photo sighting down the blade, since a gentle bend comes out and a sharp kink doesn't, and compare delivered prices because shipping varies a lot.170 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$65–$80Vintage denimLevi's 501 Made in USA, 90sUSA-made 501s turn up in every size and wash, so you can wait for the pair you like. Many were sold shrink-to-fit, so favor titles that give both the tag and the real measurements, and check the care label for Made in USA.183 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$100–$230Film camerasOlympus OM-1Small, all-mechanical and plentiful, with a sharp 50mm usually in the kit. The meter was built for a 1.35 V mercury cell, so plan on a zinc-air cell or an adapter, or accept that it reads a little off.210 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$490–$600DSLR & mirrorlessNikon D750A full-frame Nikon that still makes lovely files, and one of the easier full-frame bodies to find used. Bodies from mid-2014 to late 2016 fall under Nikon's shutter advisory, so ask for the serial number or the repair paperwork.601 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$1,325–$1,450Guitar ampsVox AC30CC2 Custom ClassicThe AC30 chime for far less than a vintage one. Many for sale are Japan-market amps on 100 volts, so budget for a step-down transformer or a tech's conversion, and check that the two-button footswitch is included.33 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$380–$700Drum kitsRogers Dyna-Sonic SnareA chrome-over-brass Rogers snare with its own floating snare frame, and US-listed ones often cost far less than the same drum from overseas dealers. Ask for a photo of the snare side, since many owners pulled the frame out.87 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$600–$925Band instrumentsBuffet E11 ClarinetA real grenadilla wood clarinet for the price of a new plastic one, and the usual step up from a first clarinet. Ask for photos of every joint to spot cracks near the tone holes, and favor one a repairer has recently repadded.237 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$70–$85Vintage lensesCanon FD 50mm f/1.4 S.S.C.A fast, sharp Canon standard lens that sells for less than many slower lenses, because FD lenses need their own adapter. Look for the red S.S.C. on the front ring, and have the seller shine a light through the back so you can see any haze or fungus.95 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$390–$600SpeakersThe Advent LoudspeakerHenry Kloss's two-way that took on speakers costing far more, and it still sells for a fraction of the big names. Most pairs are pickup only, so shop near home. Check the woofer's foam surround in grille-off photos, since any pair that hasn't been redone will need it.3 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$180–$240Mechanical keyboardsHHKB Professional ClassicThe plainest current HHKB, with the same Topre switches as the flagship, a USB-C cable and no batteries to fail. Ask for a photo of the bottom label to confirm the model code, and check the photos for shiny or sticky keys.66 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$260–$360Test equipmentAgilent E3631AThree bench supplies in one box, 0 to 6 V at 5 A plus a positive and negative 25 V pair that can track for op-amp and split-rail work, with GPIB and RS-232 standard. With so many for sale, hold out for a photo of a meter on each output agreeing with the display, and a short video with sound so you can hear the fan.149 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$260–$330Sewing machinesSinger 401A Slant-O-MaticA gear-drive zigzag with no belt to slip, built in South Carolina, with stitches chosen from a chart under the lid and a slanted needle so you can see where you're sewing. Sewists rate it among Singer's best, and complete ones usually ask less than a Featherweight. Count the five Special Discs in the photos, and ask for a video of the handwheel turned by hand, since a stiff one usually means hardened grease on the gears.38 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$190–$210Audio interfacesMOTU M2MOTU's two-input USB-C box, with a full-color LCD that meters every input and output, ESS Sabre32 converters on the outputs and MIDI in and out. MOTU has only made one version, so condition and what comes with it set the price. Check the photos for two gain knobs and no INPUT MONITOR MIX knob, which would make it an M4, and ask whether it's registered to the seller's MOTU account.37 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$75–$170HeadphonesAKG K 240 MonitorAKG's 600-ohm semi-open studio monitor, made in Austria from 1984 to 2004, and used pairs ask little for a studio classic. It needs a headphone amp, since a phone will sound quiet. Ask for a photo of the label, because the later 55-ohm K 240 Studio is a different headphone, and a photo with a pad lifted, since the baffle cloth has usually rotted.43 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$1,050–$1,325Camera dronesDJI Mavic 3A 4/3-inch, 20 MP Hasselblad camera with a 12 MP tele beside it and a rated 46 minutes in the air. DJI added US Remote ID by firmware in November 2022, and at 895 g it must be registered with the FAA however you fly it. Ask which aircraft firmware it's on, since v01.00.0900 or later has Remote ID, and count two lenses on the gimbal, because the Classic has one and the Mavic 3 Pro three.56 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$850TelescopesOrion SkyQuest XT10 ClassicA 10-inch f/4.7 mirror on a plain Dobsonian base, with the same 1,200 mm focal length as the XT8, so it gathers more light for galaxies and globular clusters in a tube about the same length. Make sure it's the Classic and not the IntelliScope XT10i, and get a flashlight photo down the tube, where the main mirror should look bright and even. Orion closed in 2024, but there's little on it to break, and the base comes apart from the tube for a two-trip carry.2 listed on eBay, as of Oct 14, 2026
$80–$130Retro consolesNES Front-Loader (NES-001)The front-loader Nintendo test-launched in 1985. Unlike the 1993 top-loader it has composite A/V jacks as well as RF, so it plugs straight into a TV with a composite input. Dirty or worn pins on the 72-pin connector cause the famous blinking power light, so ask for a video of a game booting to its title screen with a steady light, and if the seller says the connector was replaced, ask what with.157 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$350–$625CamcordersCanon XL1Canon's 1998 XL1 was the first DV camcorder with interchangeable lenses, three 1/3-inch CCDs behind an XL mount, and NASA flew it on the space shuttle. It usually asks well under a VX1000, though few for sale are listed as tested, so ask for a short clip of a MiniDV tape playing back before you pay. Check the photos for a lens on the body, since a bare body can't record and the kit 16x IS zoom is the one most buyers want.9 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$160–$220CalculatorsHP-41CVOwners of the 41C kept filling its ports with memory modules, so in December 1980 HP built 319 registers into the 41CV and left all four ports free for pacs, a printer or the card reader. Battery leaks are the main risk, since corrosion spreads into the flexible circuit behind the ports. Ask for a photo with the battery holder out, where bright contacts with no green or white crust are what you want.38 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$1,525–$1,675Ham radioYaesu FT-991AYou're buying band coverage. Yaesu's FT-991A covers 160 m to 70 cm in one box, with 100 W on HF and 6 m, 50 W on 2 m and 70 cm, C4FM digital voice, a built-in tuner and the real-time scope with waterfall the plain FT-991 lacks. Bench tests of the original FT-991 put it well below the IC-7300 on close-spaced dynamic range, and used ones ask well under the new dealer stock that fills out this market. Ask for a wattmeter reading into a dummy load on an HF band, 6 m, 2 m and 70 cm, since full power on all four proves both power amplifiers.8 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$30–$60Networking labCisco Catalyst 2960-24TT-LCisco's entry-level 2960 dates to 2005, and the 24TT-L still turns up on CCNA desks because it gets you VLANs, trunks and a real Cisco console for very little. The -L means LAN Base, so there's no license to activate, and plenty are for sale, though Cisco ended support in October 2019 and left this original 2960 out of its 15.2 software. Read the label in the photos for WS-C2960-24TT-L, since sellers mix it up with the 24TC-L and the 2960-Plus.38 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$550–$575DarkroomOmega D2Omega's D2 replaced the war-era D-II in 1955 with rack-and-pinion elevation and longer, heavier rails, and it takes everything from 16mm and Minox up to 4x5 in. The chassis is very robust, but condenser lamphouses are often missing pieces. A D2V's variable condenser head uses one variable lens where the double condenser head needs its own set for each lens range, so there's less to hunt down. Bellows dry out, crack and develop pinholes with age, so ask for a photo of them lit from inside in a dark room.11 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
Best for beginners
39 picks. Scroll for more.Where each shop would start you.
$35–$50Fishing reelsMitchell 300The open-face spinning reel that taught much of the world to spin-fish. Its usual faults, a weak bail spring and a slipping anti-reverse, are cheap to fix, and you never wait long for another to come up.41 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$240–$380TypewritersOlympia SM9The easiest SM-series Olympia to find, and typewriter mechanics often name the SM series as the portable to buy and keep. It takes standard Group 1 ribbon, and there are enough for sale to wait for a tested one.156 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$50–$60Cast ironWagner Ware No. 8 Sidney Skillet (1058)Wagner's most common skillet, a 10½ inch pan with a milled-smooth cooking surface. There are always plenty for sale, and restored ones cost little more than as-found, so it's the easy first pan.185 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$360–$575Hi-fi receiversPioneer SX-650 Stereo ReceiverA modest silver-face Pioneer that's everywhere on eBay, so only buy one where the seller shows the dial and meters lit and says it was tested. It has enough power for efficient speakers in a normal room.216 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$25–$40Football apparel1990s Dallas Cowboys sweatshirtsAmerica's Team left a lot of 90s sweatshirts behind, so your size in good shape still costs little. Period tags like Logo 7, Logo Athletic and Starter show up clearly in photos, which makes this a good place to learn how to date a crewneck.118 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$1,850–$2,100DJ gearPioneer DJ XDJ-RX3Two players, a mixer and a screen in one unit, and it reads rekordbox USB sticks with no laptop, so there's nothing else to buy before your first mix. Retailers keep used prices close to new, which leaves little room for a bad private sale.348 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$25–$35Road bike componentsShimano 600 RD-6400 rear derailleurShimano's late-80s 600 group shifts cleanly, costs little and works with common freewheels, so it's a forgiving first part for a vintage build. Check the mount type and look for a bent cage before you buy.86 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$110–$160Mini PCsLenovo ThinkCentre M720q TinyAsk a homelab forum which mini PC to buy and someone will say M720q. The 8th-gen Intel chips run Windows 11, the i5s have six cores, and it opens with one screw for standard laptop RAM and an NVMe drive. There are plenty for sale, so pick the exact CPU, RAM and SSD you want and get one with the power brick.274 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$200–$260Golf clubsCallaway Rogue ST Max DriverOne of the most forgiving drivers of its year, and the 12 degree head with a regular shaft gets the ball up without much effort. Plenty are for sale in good shape, so a newer player can get a big-brand driver for a fraction of new.45 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$310–$320Espresso machinesBreville Bambino PlusIt heats up in seconds and the steam wand can texture milk on its own, so a first-timer gets a decent latte on day one. Used ones cost little, and it takes up hardly any counter space.12 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$40–$70Fountain pensParker 45 FlighterIt takes cartridges or a converter, so there's no old sac to fail, and the brushed steel shell shrugs off daily carry. If the nib is bent or worn, the whole nib unit screws out and a replacement drops in.104 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$240–$330Seiko & CasioSeiko 5 SNK809It's still the usual answer when someone asks for a first mechanical watch. The small military case wears well on most wrists, and the 7S26 inside is simple and tough. Budget for a new strap, since the canvas one wears out first.112 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$1,500–$2,150SynthesizersRoland SH-101One oscillator, a sub-oscillator and a simple filter, so you learn subtractive synthesis by ear in an afternoon. It's all over Voodoo Ray and early British dance records. Open the battery bay before you buy, since leaked C cells are the main risk.65 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$200–$300Swiss watchesTissot Visodate Seastar AutomaticA mid-century Swiss automatic with a date, from the years when Tissot shared suppliers with Omega. It's an easy first vintage watch to live with. Make sure the date jumps at midnight and that it's the old watch, not a modern Heritage reissue.239 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$75–$140Guitar pedalsProCo RAT2One knob takes it from a light crunch to a full fuzz, so a first dirt pedal covers a lot of ground. Plenty are for sale, and the newer China-made ones cost less than the US flat-tops. Check the footswitch and the LED before you buy.608 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$300–$450Pocket watchesHamilton 992BHamilton made the 992B from 1940 to 1969, so there are plenty to choose from, and it's the classic railroad watch most collectors start with. Expect most to need a service, and check the dial at 1 o'clock for hairlines from the set lever.542 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$2,200–$2,600Electric guitarsRickenbacker 360The easiest way into a famous guitar. Rickenbacker never stopped making the 360, so later ones are plentiful and fairly priced. Run the jackplate serial through Rickenbacker's online decoder before you buy.124 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$60–$120Hand toolsStanley No. 4 Bench PlaneThe smoothing plane everyone should own first, and supply is deep enough to skip any that aren't complete with a clean mouth. Look closely at the cheeks for cracks or welds, and at the tote horn and the knob base.159 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$25–$45Vintage denimWrangler 13MWZ Cowboy CutThe Cowboy Cut is everywhere and cheap, so it's the easy way to learn how vintage sizing works. Cowboys bought them long and washing takes an inch or two off the waist, so buy on the measured waist and inseam, not the tag.230 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$120–$170Film camerasPentax K1000The camera photography classes used for decades. The shutter is mechanical, so it fires without a battery, and the cell only runs the meter. The meter has no off switch, so a dead needle is often just a flat cell.982 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$700–$800DSLR & mirrorlessFujifilm X-T3Dials on top for shutter, ISO and exposure, so you learn exposure by feel, and a deep supply keeps prices tight. Ask for an untouched JPEG or RAW and read the image count, knowing it can reset after a firmware update.400 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$650–$850Guitar ampsPeavey Classic 30A simple 30-watt tube combo that plenty of players gig with, and it's easy to find used. Ask which tubes are in it and whether the footswitch comes along, since older ones shipped without one.34 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$460–$650Drum kitsLudwig Supraphonic LM400The snare on more records than any other, and plenty are for sale, so a 1960s or 1970s one is an easy first vintage drum. Look at the chrome in the photos for pitting, and ask whether the strainer works smoothly.75 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$550–$775Band instrumentsYamaha YTR-2330 TrumpetThe student trumpet band directors ask for by name, and so many were made that a used one is easy to find with its case. Check the valves move freely without sticking, look for dents in the leadpipe and bell, and plan on a shop check-up.235 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$85–$130Vintage lensesHelios 44-2 58mm f/2The Soviet copy of the Zeiss Biotar, made by the million, and the lens most people adapt first for its swirly background blur. It works on a plain M42 adapter with no pin to worry about. Haze and fungus are what to rule out, and a flashlight photo through the back shows both.45 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$1,675–$2,375SpeakersJBL 4311 Control MonitorThe studio version of the JBL L100, with level knobs on the front and plenty of pairs for sale, so it's an easy first vintage speaker to shop for. Grille-off photos should show the driver labels on both speakers, and have the seller turn the front controls while it plays, listening for crackle.98 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$110–$170Mechanical keyboardsKeychron Q1The aluminum hot-swap board that brought a lot of people into the hobby, so a used one is easy to find and easy to change later. Many have had their switches or keycaps swapped, so ask what's inside now and whether it's Version 1 or Version 2.38 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$240–$310Test equipmentFluke 87VThe True-RMS meter at the top of Fluke's yellow 80 series, rated CAT III 1000 V, so it works at a service panel as well as on the bench, and Fluke still makes it. Fakes are sold online, so compare the case printing with Fluke's own photos, and ask the seller to plug a lead into the A jack, then the mA jack, with the dial on volts. A good fuse makes it chirp and flash LEAd.39 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$500–$700Sewing machinesBernina 830 RecordBernina's top machine for eleven years from 1971, with an automatic buttonhole, about 20 cam patterns, a knee lifter and an electronic foot control, and it was popular with schools and costume departments. Its nylon cam gear can crack, so ask for a video sewing several cam patterns on scrap. Check the photos show 830 Record with levers, since the modern B 830 is a computerized embroidery machine.22 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$100–$150Audio interfacesFocusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Gen)The best-known Scarlett, with two combo inputs, an Air button on each and USB power, and it works with Focusrite's newest software on a Mac or a Windows 11 PC. Check the photos for Inst and Air buttons beside each gain knob and a USB-C socket, and ask for the serial label, which should start with D8, F8, F9, P5, P7, P9, Y7 or Y8.168 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$100–$140HeadphonesBeyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic's open studio headphone from 1985, still made today, so pads, drivers and headband pads are easy to buy. At 250 or 600 ohms it wants a headphone amp or a good audio interface, and an old DT 990 looks just like a recent PRO. Ask for a photo of the impedance label on the cup or headband before you plan your setup.82 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$575–$775Camera dronesDJI Mini 4 ProDJI's folding drone that weighs under 249 g on its standard battery, with obstacle sensing in every direction. Flown purely for fun on that battery it needs no FAA registration or Remote ID, but the Battery Plus puts it over 249 g, and then it must be registered and broadcasting. Check which batteries are in the photos, and ask the seller to remove it from their DJI account in DJI Fly before it ships.128 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$1,075–$1,300TelescopesCelestron NexStar 8SEThe 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain most beginners meet first, an orange f/10 tube on a single fork arm that finds and tracks objects by itself once you've aligned it on a few bright stars. The whole kit with its tripod weighs 32 lb and runs on eight AA batteries or a 12 V supply. Check the hand controller and its coiled cable are in the photos, since the GoTo can't run without them, and ask for a photo inside the battery compartment, where the contacts should be clean metal.228 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$70–$100Retro consolesNintendo 64 Console (NUS-001)It won't boot without the Jumper Pak or an Expansion Pak in the memory slot, so ask the seller to confirm one is there, and look for the NUS-002 power supply in the photos. The charcoal N64 launched in the US on September 29, 1996, alongside Super Mario 64, and its cartridges load almost instantly. Stock, it plugs into a TV's composite or S-video input with the same cables as the Super NES and GameCube, and most boot problems come down to a dirty cart or slot.170 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$190–$260CamcordersSony DCR-TRV310One of the first Digital8 Handycams, from 1999, and it plays the analog Hi8 and Video8 tapes from the family shoebox as well as recording DV onto Hi8 cassettes. Analog playback is the feature you're paying for, so ask for a short video of an old tape playing on its 3.5-inch flip-out screen. Most for sale are listed as tested, and the S-Video and RCA outputs feed a USB capture device.74 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$20–$25CalculatorsHP 12CHP has built the 12C since September 1981, it's the de facto standard calculator in finance, and the CFA Institute still allows it in the exam room. Working ones are plentiful, so there's no reason to pay more for a plain one, and the battery door dates it, with three button cells before 2001 and coin cells after. Ask for a photo of the display switched on showing 0.00, where every digit should be complete and even.1,587 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$1,100–$1,225Ham radioIcom IC-7300Icom's 2016 IC-7300 put a fast real-time scope and waterfall in front of ordinary HF operators, and Icom claims more than 100,000 sold worldwide. You get 100 W on 160 m to 6 m, a built-in tuner and a USB port that carries audio and CI-V control, so a computer can run FT8 over one cable, but you'll need a 13.8 V supply rated 21 A or more, like Icom's PS-126. A radio that only powers on hasn't proved its transmitter, so ask for a wattmeter reading into a dummy load on 80 m, 20 m, 10 m and 6 m.134 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$60–$80Networking labUbiquiti EdgeRouter XUbiquiti's 2015 EdgeRouter X is a palm-sized, fanless router with five gigabit ports, and it runs the same EdgeOS as the bigger EdgeRouters, with OSPF, RIP and BGP, a zone-based firewall, IPsec and OpenVPN, and no license to buy. It's just as happy running a home network as being broken and rebuilt by CCNA students, and EdgeOS 3.0 added WireGuard in 2025. Check the label in the photos says ER-X, since the ER-X-SFP adds an SFP cage and PoE out on all five ports.172 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$200–$300DarkroomBeseler 23C IIBeseler sold the 23CII in 1980 as the standard of medium-format enlarging, and its Cone-of-Light condensers slide up and down on one head to cover everything from Minox and 110 up to 6x9 cm. Beseler and KHB Photografix still sell lamps, bellows, lensboards and refurbishing kits, so a complete one with its carriers is a good place to start. The original crank handle is one of the parts that breaks most often, so ask the seller to crank the head up and lock it.29 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
Collector's picks
39 picks. Scroll for more.The ones worth hunting for, and what they usually ask.
$460–$530Fishing reelsABU Record Ambassadeur 5000The first Ambassadeur, made in Sweden from 1952, and the design every later one refined. The exact version and original parts set the price, so check both before you pay up.17 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$160–$210TypewritersOlivetti Lettera 22Marcello Nizzoli's 1950 design won the Compasso d'Oro and sits in MoMA's permanent collection, yet it still costs modest money. A matching case and original paint are what set one apart.200 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$140–$210Cast ironErie No. 8 Skillet (pre-Griswold logo)From about 1880 to 1907, before the cross-and-circle logo, these skillets were marked simply ERIE. Collectors sort them by series, and second-series pans sit toward the top of the range.61 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$2,400–$2,850Hi-fi receiversMarantz 2270 Stereo ReceiverThe 70-watt step up from the 2230, with the same look and build on a bigger scale. It drives most speakers comfortably, and a properly serviced one is the kind people keep for decades. Pay for documented service instead of gambling.239 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$60–$140Football apparel1990s Philadelphia Eagles sweatshirtsThe Eagles retired kelly green in 1996, so genuine early-90s crewnecks are a closed pool and collectors pay up for them. Look for the brighter kelly shade and a period tag, because later midnight green pieces often get listed alongside.15 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$1,450–$1,800DJ gearAllen & Heath Xone:92An analog four-channel club mixer with the dual filters people still build sets around. The design barely changed, so clean ones hold their value, and a well-kept one is a mixer you keep instead of trading up.63 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$110–$170Road bike componentsCampagnolo Super Record rear derailleurThe lighter Super Record version of Campagnolo's classic parallelogram, and the derailleur many collectors want on a period race bike. Original, uncracked ones with the right markings hold their value, so look closely at the stamps and pulley cage.535 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$420–$825Mini PCsMinisforum UM790 Pro (Ryzen 9 7940HS)The one for enthusiasts. A Ryzen 9 7940HS with Radeon 780M graphics fits in a small box, with room for far more RAM than the office minis. If you want to run local LLMs, start here, and expect to pay for it.35 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$240–$300Golf clubsTitleist Scotty Cameron Newport 2 PutterThe putter shape most people picture, and the line on the sole tells you which era you're looking at. It is also the most faked putter around, so buy from a seller with strong feedback and ask for clear photos of the serial number.143 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$575–$950Espresso machinesLa Pavoni EuropiccolaThe lever machine that has sat in Italian kitchens for decades. Pulling a shot by hand takes practice, but nothing else looks or works like it, and parts are still easy to get. Check the voltage on imports before you buy.186 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$575–$650Fountain pensMontblanc Meisterstück 149Montblanc's biggest Meisterstück has kept its cigar shape since 1952, and a 1980s one has the thicker resin walls that resist cracking. Fakes copy the look closely, so judge the nib stamp and threads, not the star.29 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$1,775–$2,200Seiko & CasioSeiko 6105-8110 Captain WillardThe Captain Willard from Apocalypse Now, and a watch soldiers bought at the PX long before the film. Most have refinished dials or replaced hands, so an untouched original with a working locking crown is the one to wait for.98 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$9,375–$11,875SynthesizersMoog Minimoog Model DThe synth that took Moog's modular sound on the road, from Yes to Herbie Hancock. Three oscillators into the ladder filter is still the reference for analog bass. Play every key, since perished bushings leave many originals uneven and slow to trigger.87 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$4,625–$6,475Swiss watchesOmega Speedmaster 145.022The vintage Moonwatch, made long enough that you can choose the dial and bezel you like. Expect service parts on most, and date it by the movement serial, since the caseback suffix only dates the back.235 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$120–$210Guitar pedalsIbanez TS-808 Tube ScreamerThe original green Tube Screamer, the overdrive Stevie Ray Vaughan made famous. Most have the JRC4558D chip inside. The 2004 reissue looks almost the same, so confirm it's an original from the board and the label before you pay original money.416 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$625–$1,275Pocket watchesIllinois 60-hour Bunn SpecialCollectors sort the 60-hour Bunn Special by the marks on its bridges, and the Type I and Type II watches are the rare ones. Read the bridges in the photos and look for the serial number scratched on the balance, which shows the parts belong together.77 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$19,725–$47,000Electric guitarsPre-CBS Fender StratocasterThe Strat everyone means when they say vintage. Every part unscrews, so date it from the neck heel, the pot codes and the neck plate, and take something off for each replaced part. A refinish roughly halves what an original asks.38 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$90–$150Hand toolsStanley No. 45 Combination PlaneStanley's famous do-everything plane, and the ones that come complete with their cutters in the boxes are the prize. Check that both pairs of arms and the stops are there, and look for a crack where the fence curves down from the arms.84 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$430–$700Vintage denimLevi's 501 Big EThe capital E on the red tab dates a pair to before the early 1970s, and that's what collectors pay for. Check the number on the back of the top button, since a three-digit one or a care label sewn inside means a reissue.33 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$300–$550Film camerasNikon FM2A tough all-mechanical Nikon with a 1/4000 top speed, and the batteries only run the meter. Ask for a back-open video at the fastest and slowest speeds, and look for bent or dented shutter blades in the photos.685 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$875–$1,025DSLR & mirrorlessSony A7 IIIThe full-frame mirrorless body a lot of working photographers moved to, still more than enough camera. Sony publishes no shutter rating, so read the count from an untouched file, and make sure the battery and charger come with it.187 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$4,625–$5,250Guitar ampsBlackface Deluxe ReverbThe 1960s Fender combo many players call the best small amp ever made. On an amp this old the service history matters most, so favor one a tech has gone through, and ask for photos of the tube chart and the transformers.15 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$2,225–$3,125Drum kitsLudwig Super Classic OutfitThe 1960s Ludwig kit with keystone badges that every rock drummer of the era wanted. Ask for photos of all three badges, inside each shell and the bearing edges, since married shells and later parts are common.58 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$1,950–$2,400Band instrumentsYamaha YAS-62 Alto SaxYamaha's pro alto, the horn many players keep for decades, and used ones cost far less than new. Read the engraving and serial to tell the generations apart, and ask about pad condition and whether the neck has been bent.194 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$250–$300Vintage lensesNikkor 105mm f/2.5 AINikon's classic portrait lens, still loved for its smooth rendering, and well made enough to keep for good. Read the aperture ring: a factory AI stops at f/22, so f/32 means an older lens that was converted, which shouldn't cost more.62 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$2,225–$2,650SpeakersAcoustic Research AR-3aAcoustic Research's best home speaker of its day, with dome mids and tweeters AR developed itself. Ask for the serial numbers, since close numbers point to a factory pair, and ask the seller to turn both level controls with music playing to check for crackle.6 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$190–$230Mechanical keyboardsHHKB Professional Hybrid Type-SPFU's flagship HHKB, quiet Topre switches with Bluetooth and USB-C, the board many typists buy once and keep. Read the code on the bottom label, since 800 means the US layout and 820 the Japanese one, and check the battery compartment for corrosion.38 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$390–$480Test equipmentHP 34401AFor a lot of engineers this simply is the bench meter, the 6½-digit HP from 1991 that Agilent counted among the most successful products in its history. It was sold as an HP, an Agilent and finally a Keysight until 2016, and counterfeits are around. Ask for a clear photo of the serial label, and for the self-test run by holding Shift at power-on, which should end with PASS.144 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$420–$750Sewing machinesSinger 221 FeatherweightThe 11-pound straight stitcher Singer launched at the 1933–34 Chicago World's Fair, and quilters still carry them to classes. Look for the 1950–52 Centennial badge, crisp gold decals, or the white and pale green 221K from 1960s Scotland. Ask for a photo of the serial on the bed (AD to AM is a US machine, EE to EV Scottish) and of the motor and light cords, which perish to bare wire.198 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$390–$550Audio interfacesUniversal Audio Apollo Twin MkII DuoUniversal Audio's ground-up redesign of the Apollo Twin, with a talkback mic and monitor controls on top and two DSP chips for tracking through Unison preamps. It's Thunderbolt 2, so a USB-C Mac needs Apple's Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter, and Windows PCs with Thunderbolt 4 or 5 can't use it. Ask for a screenshot of UAD Meter & Control Panel showing two DSPs, since Solo, Duo and Quad share one case.37 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$775–$1,050HeadphonesStax SR-Lambda ProThe Lambda that Stax built at Daimler-Benz's request, launched in 1982 with its first Pro-bias system. It's an electrostatic, so it needs a Stax energizer with a Pro socket, such as the SRM-1/MK-2 Pro or SRM-T1, and won't play from a headphone jack or an ordinary amp. Count five pins on the plug in the photos, and ask the seller to confirm both sides play evenly, since Stax no longer repairs this model.11 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$850–$975Camera dronesSkydio 2When it arrived in 2019, nothing else could follow you through a forest by itself, and Skydio stopped selling it in January 2022. It's on the FAA's Remote ID list, but most need Skydio's software update (21.1 or later) and a printed label to broadcast, and at 775 g it must be registered. Look at the arms in the photos, since fold-up antennas mean it's really a 2+.20 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$850–$900TelescopesTakahashi FS-60CTakahashi has made fluorite refractors since 1977, and the FS-60C, from January 1999, is the smallest of them, a 60 mm doublet at f/5.9 with the fluorite element in front where you can see it. It weighs about 1.4 kg with its finder, so it rides on a photo tripod and doubles as a wide-field camera lens. Check the engraving says FS-60C or FS-60CB and not FS-60Q, and ask for a flashlight photo into the front lens, which should show no haze, fungus or cleaning marks.3 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$75–$110Retro consolesSega Genesis Model 1Sega's first North American Genesis from 1989, with a headphone jack and volume slider on the front that are its only stereo output. Early units with High Definition Graphics printed on top and a 9-pin EXT port on the back are the version retro A/V fans rate the best-sounding Genesis, while later boards added Sega's TMSS license screen. Look for that print and the EXT port in the photos, and ask for a photo of the bottom sticker, where the FCC ID FJ846EUSASEGA marks an early unit.38 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$525–$750CamcordersSony DCR-VX1000The 1995 VX1000 was the first camcorder to pair MiniDV tape with three CCDs, and it's the camera behind late-90s and early-2000s skate videos, Lars von Trier's The Idiots and Spike Lee's Bamboozled. It can't use an NP-F750 or read InfoLithium packs, so count only an NP-F730 or NP-720 as the battery. There's no flip-out screen, so ask for a short video of a MiniDV tape playing back in the color viewfinder.142 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$80–$140CalculatorsHP-15C (original)The 1982 HP-15C packed the most math HP ever put in a Voyager, with 8 by 8 matrices, complex numbers, SOLVE and numerical integration, and William Kahan designed its numerical methods. HP stopped making it in January 1989, used prices rose steadily, and former users pressed HP into reissuing it as the 2011 Limited Edition and the 2023 Collector's Edition. Ask for a photo inside the battery door, where three button cells mean an original and two CR2032 coin cells mean a reissue.38 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$430Ham radioDrake R-4CDrake's R-4C arrived in 1973 with the C-line, a mostly tube receiver with a PTO-tuned dial, passband tuning and crystal filters that plug into sockets on the back, and owners still count it and the matching T-4XC as prize possessions. The CW1 and CW2 modes won't work until a filter is fitted, so collectors look for the narrow CW and AM filters in those sockets, and a photo of the rear panel shows which ones you're getting. There's no speaker inside, so the MS-4 speaker is worth having too.8 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$180–$210Networking labMikroTik CRS326-24G-2S+RMThe 2017 CRS326-24G-2S+RM was MikroTik's first switch with a dual-core CPU and 512 MB of RAM, its first that could boot either SwOS or RouterOS, and its best seller. It's fanless and silent with 24 gigabit ports and two SFP+ cages, its switch chip has routed IPv4 in hardware since RouterOS 7.1, and the Level 5 license stays with the switch on resale. Check the sticker in the photos says CRS326-24G-2S+RM, since the CSS326 is a different model that looks alike.32 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$310–$500DarkroomLeitz Focomat IcLeitz built the Focomat Ic from 1950 to 1977, and its cam keeps the image sharp as the head swings from 2x to 10x with the 5 cm Focotar it was set for at the works. One dealer who learned on it in a newspaper darkroom, next to Beseler and Omega enlargers, remembers it as everyone's first choice. Collectors look for the matched Focotar, the original slides and a cam nobody has reset for another lens, so ask the seller to focus near the top of the arm and photograph the image near the bottom, where it should still be sharp without touching the lens.10 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
Projects
39 picks. Scroll for more.Models worth buying with work to do, for people who like to fix things.
$55–$75Fishing reelsAbu Garcia Ambassadeur 5000Simple, strong and easy to service. Most tired ones need only a clean, fresh grease or a cheap level-wind pawl before they cast well, and parts reels turn up often.36 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$120–$180TypewritersUnderwood UniversalA simple mechanism that responds well to a home clean with naphtha and light oil, so an untested or for-parts machine is a small risk with a good payoff.189 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$120–$180Cast ironGriswold No. 8 Large-Logo Skillet (704)The No. 8 most people mean when they say a real Griswold. As-found pans that sit flat with no cracks clean up well, and restored ones ask far more, so the work pays off.45 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$1,250–$2,275Hi-fi receiversMarantz 2245 Stereo ReceiverCommon, rugged and well documented, which makes an as-found one a sensible first restoration. Expect to clean the controls, replace the dial lamps and recap the power supply. Parts and step-by-step guides for this generation of Marantz are easy to find.277 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$35–$65Football apparel1980s Chicago Bears sweatshirtsThe 1985 season is the draw. Worn ones with faded prints, small holes or tired cuffs ask well below clean ones, and a gentle wash plus a simple cuff or seam repair brings them back. The graphics are what people want.14 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$775–$900DJ gearPioneer DJ CDJ-2000The original CDJ-2000 costs a fraction of the newer players, and worn buttons, jog wheels and screens are common, well-documented repairs. Check which rekordbox versions it still reads before you count on it for a gig.482 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$50–$70Road bike componentsCampagnolo Nuovo Record rear derailleurBuilt to be serviced. Worn ones come apart, take new pulleys and springs, and polish up well. There are so many that a tired one is cheap, and a careful rebuild gives you a reliable classic for a period-correct build.497 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$85–$100Mini PCsLenovo ThinkCentre M710q TinyIts 6th and 7th-gen CPUs miss the Windows 11 list, which makes it the cheapest way into a real always-on box, and Linux, Proxmox and Home Assistant don't care. Add RAM and an SSD and it's a capable little server.302 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$70–$130Golf clubsPing Anser 2 PutterOlder Karsten-stamped Anser 2 putters sell cheaply because they look tired. A new grip and a light clean bring most of them back, and the head shape is the one half the putter market copied.119 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$825–$975Espresso machinesRancilio SilviaA simple single-boiler machine built from commercial-grade parts, so a tired one is easy to bring back with new gaskets, a shower screen and a descale. Plenty of owners add a PID controller once it's running.19 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$100–$130Fountain pensSheaffer Lifetime BalanceThe lever version is about the friendliest restoration in vintage pens. Expect the 1930s sac to be hard or split, and a new one gets it writing again. Make sure you're buying the lever filler and not the Vacuum-Fil twin.69 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$650–$775Seiko & CasioSeiko 6309-7040 TurtleThe original Turtle is the vintage Seiko diver most collectors start with, and a tired one is a good first service project. Check the crown threads first, since the tube is part of the case and stripped threads make it a parts watch.51 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$1,500–$2,025SynthesizersRoland Juno-106The six 80017A voice chips are the known weak point, and once those are sorted it's a great polysynth with full MIDI. A crackling or silent voice is why many get listed cheap, and that's the repair you'd be taking on.100 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$1,000–$1,650Swiss watchesOmega Seamaster De Ville 166.020A 1960s Omega automatic with a date in a one-piece monocoque case. Many have gone years without a service, which is the work you'd be taking on. Judge it by the dial and crown, since repainted dials are the common problem.193 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$1,475–$3,375Guitar pedalsEHX Ram's Head Big MuffThe 1970s New York Big Muff behind Gilmour's Comfortably Numb solos, made in about 20 circuit variants. Plenty have had pots or jacks replaced, which hurts collector value but not the sound, so a player-grade one is the affordable way in.156 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$270–$390Pocket watchesWaltham Vanguard 23 JewelWaltham's last great railroad watch, accepted on every line. Plenty of factory cases wore through to the brass or were swapped, so a tired one that runs is a good candidate for a service and a better case.169 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$8,125–$10,325Electric guitarsFender JazzmasterMost stage Jazzmasters had the bridge changed, and refinished ones ask much less than originals. That makes a later or refinished one the player's way in. Ask whether the original bridge comes with it, and check the inlays against the year.296 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$50–$100Hand toolsStanley No. 60½ Block PlaneA small low-angle block plane that's easy to tune up on a weekend, and black and blue ones work equally well. Look at the bed behind the iron for cracks or chips, and check that the front of the sole still slides when the knob is loosened.94 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$160–$220Vintage denimLee Storm RiderA blanket-lined Lee jacket that wears in beautifully, and plenty are for sale already broken in. Check the label under the collar to date it, and look at the lining stripes and pockets, since hand-warmer pockets mean a later jacket.143 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$150–$190Film camerasCanon AE-1So many were made that a tired one costs little, and the usual fault, the Canon squeal from the mirror brake, is fixed with a re-lube. It won't fire without its battery, so one that seems dead may only need a fresh cell.209 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$370–$470DSLR & mirrorlessCanon EOS 5D Mark IIIA tough pro body with high-count ones selling for less, which suits someone happy to put a new shutter in later. The camera doesn't show its count, so ask the seller to read it over USB, and weigh it against Canon's 150,000-cycle rating.706 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$2,500–$2,700Guitar ampsMarshall JCM800 2204The single-channel 50-watt Marshall head behind a lot of 1980s rock. Most for sale aren't listed as serviced, so budget for a tech to check the caps and bias, and if it's a Japan-market head, plan on the right voltage setup.23 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$320–$390Drum kitsLudwig AcroliteLudwig's aluminum student snare, cheap and plentiful, and a lot of drummers rate its sound well above its price. The shell dents and scratches easily, so check the photos for dents and ask whether the strainer works and the hoops are original.130 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$350–$500Band instrumentsYamaha YSL-200ADA tough student trombone built for school rental fleets, so ex-school horns turn up cheap. Ask whether the slide moves freely the whole way and look closely for dents in the slide tubes, which are the costly part to fix.55 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$80–$180Vintage lensesSuper-Takumar 50mm f/1.4A fast Pentax standard lens, and some copies have thoriated glass that has turned yellow-brown with age. Strong light or UV can fade that tint, so a yellowed copy can be a cheap, satisfying fix. Ask for a photo through the lens at white paper to see the cast.35 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$1,225–$1,825SpeakersKlipsch Heresy IA small horn-loaded Klipsch that plays loud on a few watts, and unrestored pairs cost far less than restored ones. Many carry replacement drivers or rebuilt crossovers, so ask for photos of the backs and driver labels to confirm a Heresy I with matching parts.21 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$160–$230Mechanical keyboardsHHKB Professional 2The HHKB that ran from 2006 to 2019, now cheap used, with Topre switches that last. It plugs in by Mini-USB, so budget a cable for a modern computer, and expect a shiny ABS space bar or swapped keycaps worth replacing.294 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$430–$950Test equipmentTektronix 2465BA four-channel, 400 MHz analog Tektronix with two well-documented repairs. Its surface-mount electrolytic capacitors leak with age and its calibration lives in battery-backed NVRAM, and repair guides cover both. Ask for a photo of the screen right after power-on, since TEST 06 means a low memory battery, and ask whether the capacitors have been replaced.27 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$925–$1,150Sewing machinesJUKI DDL-8700JUKI's standard industrial straight stitcher, good for up to 5,500 stitches a minute, and bare heads turn up that still need a table, motor and belt. Plan to collect it, since the head alone weighs 28 kg. Ask for a photo of the motor plate, because 3-phase won't run at home, and a video with oil splashing in the sight window.40 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$80–$110Audio interfacesPreSonus Studio 24cThe cheapest way in here, a bus-powered two-in, two-out box with MIDI that PreSonus still sells new. A black front with STUDIO 24c is this one, and a silver front with blue knobs is the older Studio 2|4. The bundled software can't be transferred to a new owner, so plan on your own recording software, and its 50 dB of gain can run short with quiet dynamic mics.23 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$150–$200HeadphonesSennheiser HD 414Sennheiser calls it the world's first open-back headphone, and old pairs usually need new foam pads, which Sennheiser still sells. The impedance dropped from the 2,000-ohm original to as low as 50 ohms over the run, and the original needs a strong amp or an amp's speaker outputs. Ask for the impedance label, and check the plug in the photos, since many end in a 5-pin DIN plug that needs an adapter.8 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$340–$440Camera dronesParrot ANAFIParrot's 2018 folding drone with a camera that tilts 180 degrees, straight up as well as down, and batteries that charge over USB-C. It isn't on the FAA's Remote ID list, so budget for a broadcast module or fly only at a FRIA, and at 320 g it must be registered. Ask the seller to show it flying with FreeFlight 6 on a current phone, and check the Skycontroller 3 is in the photos.9 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$925–$1,275TelescopesCelestron C8Celestron launched the 8-inch f/10 C8 in 1970, and it's the scope that made the Schmidt-Cassegrain the default serious telescope. Damp storage can leave haze or fungus inside the corrector, so rule that out first with a photo of the front glass lit at an angle by a flashlight. Many are sold as the tube alone, so plan on a mount, dovetail, visual back, diagonal and finder before first light, and expect to touch up collimation with the three secondary screws after shipping.18 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$65–$110Retro consolesPlayStation Console (SCPH-1001)The PlayStation that launched in North America in September 1995, and the only US model with its own RCA jacks for composite video and stereo sound beside the AV Multi Out. Its weak spot is the laser, whose plastic sled sat near the power supply and wore unevenly from the heat, so worn units skip during video scenes or only read discs tipped on their side. Ask for a video of a game loading and playing a cutscene with the console sitting flat, and check the screw heads underneath for signs it's been opened for a laser swap.63 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$55–$150CamcordersJVC GR-SXM340A 2001 JVC that records S-VHS, S-VHS ET and plain VHS onto compact cassettes, for a noticeably sharper analog picture than ordinary VHS-C. Most are sold untested, so pay for one as a project, and plan to capture from its own S-Video output, since a normal VHS deck can't play S-VHS recordings correctly. Ask the seller to record and play back a tape in S-VHS mode and send a short video of it on the flip-out screen.20 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$90–$190CalculatorsTI-59TI's 1977 Programmable 59 held up to 960 program steps, saved programs to magnetic cards, and had about twice the memory of HP's HP-67, its rival when new. The card reader is the weak spot, since its drive wears and gets dirty, and the foam pad under the keyboard usually tears with age, so expect to clean the pinch roll, head and capstan. Ask for a short video of a card pulling straight through the reader and loading.29 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$100–$140Ham radioHallicrafters S-38EThe S-38 was Hallicrafters' beginner's receiver, and the 1957 S-38E was the last of the line, a five-tube set covering 540 kHz to 32 MHz in four bands with a slide-rule dial. It runs on AC or DC with no power transformer, so its chassis can carry line voltage. Cracked cords are common, and old electrolytics should be checked or replaced before power-up, so ask whether they've been done, since a recapped set is safer to switch on.29 listed on eBay, as of Oct 20, 2026
$50–$60Networking labJuniper EX2200-24T-4GJuniper's entry-level EX2200 runs the same Junos as its routers and SRX firewalls, so JNCIA students buy the 24T-4G to practice the commit and rollback workflow on real hardware. Juniper ended support in June 2024, so it's a lab switch now, and OSPF and VRRP need the EX-24-EFL license tied to the serial number, while Virtual Chassis needs Junos 12.2 or later. Ask for the output of show system license and show version to see whether an EFL is installed and which Junos it runs.38 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
$350–$525DarkroomDurst M601Durst's 1972 M601 was a 6x6 enlarger for serious amateurs, with a condenser reflex head, rack-and-pinion elevation, a tilting head and a tilting and shifting lens board, and the CLS 66 dichroic color head slipped on in place of the stock one. Durst's service support ended in 1982 and sellers often list it with only a 35mm carrier and no lens, so missing condensers, boards and carrier parts have to come from other used M601s. Count the condensers in the photos, since Durst supplied three to cover 35mm to 6x6.10 listed on eBay, as of Oct 19, 2026
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Watches, pens & wear
Small, valuable and often faked. Every shop here shows you how to spot the real one.
Seiko & CasioBuilt to be worn hard. Seiko divers, 5s, King and Grand Seiko, plus Casio.36 models · 36 buying guides
Swiss watchesReal Swiss movements, traced by caliber. Omega, Longines, Zenith and IWC.32 models · 32 buying guides
Pocket watchesBuilt to keep train time. Railroad-grade Hamilton, Waltham, Elgin and Illinois.29 models · 28 buying guides · 25 studio photos
Fountain pensPens made to last a lifetime. Parker 51s, Montblanc 149s and which fillers fail.34 models · 34 buying guides
Vintage denimOld Levi's and friends, and how to date them by selvedge, tabs and buttons.38 models · 38 buying guides · 37 studio photos
Football apparelTrue fans wear the real thing. Vintage NFL sweatshirts and jerseys by team.36 models · 36 buying guides
Kitchen, bar & desk
Cookware built to be handed down, and machines built to be repaired.
- Cast ironPans that outlive their owners. Griswold, Wagner and unmarked ones worth a look.36 models · 36 buying guides · 33 studio photos
Espresso machinesCafé-grade espresso at home. Prosumer E61s and dual boilers, and what to check.26 models · 26 buying guides · 24 studio photos
TypewritersSteel machines that still type beautifully. Hermes 3000, Olympia SM9 and more.36 models · 36 buying guides
Opening soon on this floor: Copper cookware, Stand mixers, Homebrew gear.
Sound
Hi-fi, studio and stage gear, with what to listen for and what a recap costs.
Hi-fi receivers70s receivers built heavy and still playing. Marantz, Pioneer and Sansui.36 models · 36 buying guides · 34 studio photos
SpeakersBig sound for the money. Bookshelf and floorstanding pairs, foam rot checked.32 models · 32 buying guides · 28 studio photos- HeadphonesClassic cans for less than new. Sennheiser, AKG, Beyerdynamic and Stax.29 models · 27 buying guides · 4 studio photos
SynthesizersThe sounds on the records you love. Juno-106, TR-808, Minimoog and Prophet-5.36 models · 36 buying guides · 29 studio photos
Electric guitarsThe guitars your heroes played. Fender, Gibson, Gretsch, Rickenbacker, by year.36 models · 36 buying guides · 35 studio photos
Guitar ampsGreat tone for less than new. Tube and solid-state amps, each with a checklist.36 models · 35 buying guides · 31 studio photos
Guitar pedalsKnow the original from the clone. Chip revisions, script logos and lookalikes.55 models · 55 buying guides
Drum kitsOld shells, great sound. Ludwig, Slingerland, Gretsch, Rogers, dated by badge.36 models · 31 buying guides · 30 studio photos
Band instrumentsA good horn, used. Student and pro brass and woodwinds, pads checked.35 models · 35 buying guides
DJ gearThe gear clubs run on, for a lot less than new. Technics, Pioneer and Rane.36 models · 36 buying guides · 32 studio photos- Audio interfacesRecord at home for less. Focusrite, UA Apollo, MOTU and PreSonus, by generation.29 models · 28 buying guides · 4 studio photos
Opening soon on this floor: Cassette decks, Reel-to-reel, Tube radios, Jukeboxes.
Cameras & optics
Film bodies, lenses, projectors and scopes, and the faults each model is known for.
Film camerasCameras film shooters still reach for. AE-1s, K1000s, OM-1s and medium format.50 models · 50 buying guides
Vintage lensesCharacter glass for mirrorless. M42, FD, AI-S and OM, and the adapter you need.71 models · 69 buying guides · 36 studio photos
DSLR & mirrorlessPro bodies a generation old, for a lot less. Shutter counts explained.36 models · 36 buying guides- DarkroomPrint your own photos. Beseler, Omega and Durst enlargers, and what they need.34 models · 31 buying guides · 4 studio photos
- CamcordersThat 90s home-video look. Hi8, MiniDV and VHS-C, and what the footage is like.35 models · 33 buying guides · 4 studio photos
- Camera dronesLast year's drone, much cheaper. DJI, Autel and Skydio, battery cycles first.35 models · 34 buying guides · 4 studio photos
- TelescopesMore telescope for the money. C8s, Dobsonians and refractors, optics checked.34 models · 27 buying guides · 4 studio photos
Opening soon on this floor: Projectors.
Computers & electronics
Homelab boxes, bench instruments, radios and the computers that started it all.
Mini PCsA $120 box that runs your smart home 24/7. The used mini PCs worth buying.58 models · 56 buying guides · 53 studio photos- Networking labEnterprise gear at home-lab prices. Switches and routers rated for noise.30 models · 29 buying guides · 4 studio photos
Mechanical keyboardsKeyboards people keep for years. HHKB, Leopold, Keychron Q and more.64 models · 64 buying guides · 45 studio photos- CalculatorsBuilt to last a career. HP 12C, 15C, 41C and 48G, and the TIs that hold value.31 models · 29 buying guides · 4 studio photos
- Test equipmentLab instruments at hobby prices. Tektronix scopes, HP and Fluke meters, PSUs.30 models · 30 buying guides · 4 studio photos
- Ham radioGet on the air for less. HF rigs from Icom, Yaesu, Kenwood and Drake.36 models · 35 buying guides · 4 studio photos
Opening soon on this floor: NAS & storage, Home computers, 3D printers.
Workshop
Planes, lathes, welders and wheels. Old iron is often the better iron.
Hand toolsTools made to be sharpened for life. Stanley planes by type, Disston saws.42 models · 42 buying guides- Sewing machinesMachines that keep sewing for decades. Singer, Pfaff, Bernina and industrials.33 models · 33 buying guides · 4 studio photos
Opening soon on this floor: Woodworking machines, Metal lathes, Welders, Anvils & forge, Pottery wheels.
Outdoors & sport
Tackle, packs, boards and boats, with sizes and dates sorted out before you buy.
- Fishing reelsOld reels, still fishing. Which ones to buy and what they should cost.36 models · 36 buying guides
Golf clubsSame club, a season older, a lot cheaper. Here's where to find the good ones.36 models · 36 buying guides
Opening soon on this floor: Fly fishing, Camping gear, Kayaks & canoes, Ski & snowboard, Home gym, Scuba, Nautical instruments, Roller skates.
Bikes & motors
Frames, parts, e-bikes and engines, with the serial numbers decoded.
Opening soon on this floor: Vintage road bikes, Mountain bikes, E-bikes, BMX, Motorcycles, Outboard motors, Farm tractors.
Games & toys
Consoles, cabinets, pinball and trains. What still works, and what it's worth.
Opening soon on this floor: Arcade boards, Pinball, Board games, Toy trains, Slot cars, RC cars.