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Good “Buy for Life” Brands (self.asklemmy)

submitted 10 months ago by fortniteplaya to c/[email protected]

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Some that come to mind are:

Benchmade - knives Darn Tough - socks Carhartt - good work gear Doc martens - footwear

What are some good reputable brands that you have had for 5 years + with little to no issues or with a lifetime warranty.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 10 months ago

Winter Jacket - Klim I bought my jacket with the intent of never having to purchase another one. After speaking with many friends and the sales people at my local motorcycle/snowmobile shop, the consensus was a snowmobile jacket would last.

I chose Klim and have had this jacket since 2016 with no tears or rips. I did have an issue with the zipper but they replaced the entire zipper for free within the last few months.

I will recommend Klim brand jackets for a forever jacket. They are expensive though.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 10 months ago (1 children)

GoRuck backpacks. I bought mine a decade ago and it still has impeccable quality.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago)

Unfortunately they've outsourced to Vietnam. I can attest I have several USA made go ruck packs ... and they do still sell a few like that. But they've mostly outsourced; YMMV.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 10 months ago

Outdoor clothing in Europe - Mammut

[–] [email protected] 3 points 10 months ago

For socks I was introduced to Feetures and stand by them 100%. I can't speak for life yet, but I've had them over a year and they still feel like new. I've also never had a sock that fit my foot properly until I got Feetures.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 10 months ago (1 children)

Filco Majestouch keyboard. I've been programming on mine for over 5 years.

It probably won't outlast my IBM Model M, but it does feel lighter on the fingers.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago (1 children)

It might actually outlast your Model M. The membranes on the Model M seems to be the thing that has died for me (after like 20+ years mind you). I frequently still use my Leopold from 2009 and its rock solid.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 10 months ago (3 children)

-Good year welt leather boots in general last a very long time. I have a pair of chippewa boots that have lasted me since 2016 and they're still good. Haven't needed to resole them, they're very comfortable. I've worn them maybe 20-30% of the time(I let them rest at least a day between wears). -Straight razors and DE razors last a very long time, and they can both be significantly cheaper than regular disposable razors and electric shavers. -PIAA silicone windshield wipers (I think many silicone based wipers in general) are as BIFL as can be for windshield wipers. I think I have the same pair on my car from 2016.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago

The Body Buffer by Manscaped. I don’t like any of their other stuff but my goodness that scrubber is legit. Easy to clean, doesn’t harbor bacteria, easy to grip, very durable, and it creates a nice lather

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago

Mission workshop bags. I love mine, it looks as good today as when I got it.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago) (1 children)

It's American Eagle for me. Their pants have lasted me for longer than any other brand that I've worn regularly. Also, I don't have to adjust them because they just fit.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago

I think they were made on contract, but I got a pair of hiking/work boots almost 35 years ago and aside from the slightest rash on the toe-caps they look perfect. If I knew the brand I'd buy shoes and belts all day.

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