Where can I find a used Cray supercomputer for sale? How much might I have to spend to acquire one? [more inside]
posted by Netzapper on Aug 29, 2009 - 12 answers

Due to a strange series of auction-related events, I am now the proud owner of a IEC clinical centrifuge (this model). [more inside]
posted by Chrischris on May 6, 2009 - 12 answers

Any recommendations for vintage and/or surplus shops in the SF Bay area? [more inside]
posted by LastOfHisKind on Feb 28, 2009 - 8 answers

I'm going to be in downtown Toronto this weekend and would like to try to buy a greatcoat. Yes, I'm a fanboy.
posted by djfiander on Jan 28, 2009 - 10 answers

I'm going to Chicago, Sunday - Wednesday. What geeky/techie things should I not miss while I'm there? [more inside]
posted by fritley on Sep 5, 2008 - 16 answers

What are the great surplus stores around San Francisco [more inside]
posted by drezdn on Nov 14, 2007 - 7 answers

I'll be in San Diego, CA next week. I'd like your recommendations for military/industrial/aerospace surplus shops. I would also appreciate any clues on clothing retailers (is there an H&M or equivalent?). [more inside]
posted by fake on Aug 2, 2007 - 5 answers

If one were looking for random army/navy surplus stuff in NYC, where might one find it? [more inside]
posted by youcancallmeal on Jun 30, 2007 - 5 answers

I'm totally entranced by this post in projects about electronics surplus stores. I'm an electrical engineering student in Lexington, Kentucky and over winter break I'll be home in the Washington, DC area. Where can I find a place like that in the general vicinity of those locales? I have friends willing to drive rather far if required. [more inside]
posted by phrontist on Nov 20, 2006 - 3 answers

Where can I find "surplus electronics" stores in Los Angeles? [more inside]
posted by quite unimportant on Jul 28, 2006 - 9 answers

My cousin (a musician/producer-type) and I are taking a spectacular North American gear hunting road trip. What hot spots can you recommend? [more inside]
posted by glibhamdreck on May 23, 2006 - 2 answers

According to this site, Canada has piled $570 billion in debt between years 2000 and 2004. My understanding was that our government has been running a surplus since 1997. So, how did this happen? [more inside]
posted by lenny70 on Apr 23, 2006 - 29 answers

Online electronics suppliers in Canada. Looking for a Canadian equivalent of Digikey or any reliable surplus sellers. Thanks.
posted by Krrrlson on Nov 27, 2005 - 7 answers

I've found a great deal on a Canon digital camera. Problem is the place I would buy it from resells surplus and salvage goods. Though this store backs up new purchases, will I have problems getting warranty service from the manufacturer 6 months down the line?
posted by SteveInMaine on Oct 30, 2004 - 5 answers