A Lifetime Collection
Welcome to The Brookings Collection.
This website was created to thoughtfully find new homes for the many tools, equipment, instruments, and other items collected by John over a lifetime of building, creating, repairing, and exploring new interests.
John believed in buying quality tools, taking care of them, and putting them to good use. Whether he was building homes, woodworking in his shop, repairing electronics, making music, gardening, or tackling the next project, nearly every item in this collection had a purpose. These weren't simply possessions—they were working tools that helped bring ideas to life.
Why an Online Catalog?
Rather than holding a traditional estate sale over a single weekend, we've chosen to catalog the collection online.
Photographing and documenting each item allows buyers to browse comfortably from home, compare items, review photographs, and learn more before scheduling a visit. We hope this approach gives every item the attention it deserves while making the experience easier for everyone involved.
New items will continue to be added as the collection is organized and photographed, so we encourage you to check back often.
What You'll Find
The collection reflects John's wide range of interests and includes:
- Woodworking tools and shop equipment
- Power tools and hand tools
- Electronics and test equipment
- Musical instruments and audio gear
- Household items
- Outdoor equipment
- Hardware, supplies, and many unique discoveries
Some items are nearly new, while others show the honest wear that comes from years of dependable use.
Item Descriptions
We strive to describe every item as accurately as possible.
Whenever practical, listings include:
- Multiple photographs
- Model and serial numbers
- Known accessories
- Operational condition
- Notes about cosmetic wear or defects
Most items are previously owned and are therefore sold as-is, with no warranty or guarantee unless otherwise noted.
Fair Pricing
Our goal is to price items fairly while helping place them into the hands of people who will appreciate them and continue putting them to good use.
Prices may occasionally be adjusted as the sale progresses to reflect market interest or inventory levels.
Thank You
Whether you're looking for a woodworking machine, a musical instrument, an interesting electronic device, or simply browsing the collection, thank you for visiting.
We hope you'll discover something useful, something unique, or perhaps the perfect tool for your next project.