Not a search engine — a research desk. It finds relevant listings, eliminates the noise, scores each one against a written buying thesis, and tells you whether to buy, investigate, watch, or pass — and why. Every verdict is a deterministic, explainable function of the thesis and the evidence.
The Vonnegut First Editions
Operation Dead-Eye
Hunting true first editions and signed copies of Kurt Vonnegut — anchored on a nice Slaughterhouse-Five. Skinned after Von's Books, West Lafayette.
Vintage Silver-Face Receivers
Operation Silver Monster
An heirloom-grade silver-face stereo receiver for the listening room — Pioneer SX-1080 and its rivals. Skinned after the faceplate itself.
Rare Vinyl — the Mountain Goats & Premium Pressings
The Bitter Melon Farmer
Completing the Mountain Goats vinyl shelf — four rare LPs no repress ever rescued — plus the premium-pressing want list. Skinned after the crate you dig through.