Screwdrivers of all types and sizes including straight, Phillips, Torx. Security bits for some video games, PS2s, etc. Notched straight blade for VCR mechanical tracking adjustment - make or buy.

Small Socket Driver Set.

Hex Key Wrenches or Hex Drivers. Miniature metric sizes for VCR's.

Pliers - long nose, round nose, curved. Both smooth and serrated types are useful.

Adjustable Wrench (small).

Cutters - diagonal and flush. Lineman's pliers.

Wire Strippers, fixed and adjustable. Crimp tool.

Alignment Tools (at least a standard RCA type for coils).

Files - small set of assorted types including flat, round, square and triangular.

Dental Picks - maybe a reason to go to the dentist? These are useful for poking and prodding in restricted areas (but you knew that).

Locking Clamps/Hemostats - for securing small parts while soldering, etc.

Magnetic Pickup Tool - you can never tell when you will drop something deep inside a VCR. If you keep a strong magnet stuck to your workbench, you can use it to magnetize most steel tools such as screwdrivers. Just keep anything magnetized away from the tape path and magnetic heads.

Hand Drill, Electric Drill, Drill Press - one or all. A small benchtop drill press (e.g., 8") is invaluable for many tasks. A good set of high speed bits (not the 1000 bits for $9.95 variety). Also miniature bits for PCB and small plastic repairs.

Soldering and Desoldering Equipment.