My mom bought this clothes hamper for me in 3rd grade. I'm 28 and still using it. Oh, and my son likes to play in it.1mo ⋅ Acebai54 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Aurora solar calculator. Couldn't confirm its actual age, but my mom said, It's definitely older than you. I'm 39.1yr ⋅ neocamel ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Arkansas traveler tomatoes. Originally purchased in 1970... 51 years ago. Buy heirloom, buy it once.3yr ⋅ topbunn ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My billfold was showing heavy wear, so I shrank the leather and reconditioned it. It's ready for many more years of service now.3yr ⋅ helperperson ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Bought in 1997 for £20, this has been cutting my hair for 25 years. Not even had to sharpen it. That's saved me around £3,000 and over 300 hours of travelling and waiting for a barber. There's a reason Wahl is so often recommended in here.1yr ⋅ digdilem ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
1930 Ford Model A. 437,643 miles, everything works. Daily driver.1yr ⋅ MonkeyManCity ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My Sheaffer Reminder ballpoint pen. This has been in my pocket every weekday for the last 15 years. It used to belong to my grand-father. I know he used it because the brass was already starting to wear through when I got it. They still make the refills for it.6yr ⋅ Postal_Pat ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My Dad's 2003 Hewescraft Alaskan Sea Runner. It has an aluminum welded hull with a lifetime warranty.1yr ⋅ pbjames23 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Steel scissors engraved with Kingshead Betakut Italy. My parents got them way before I was born 40+ years ago, and they still work brilliantly, never needed to sharpen once3yr ⋅ SNESdrunk ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Used to belong to my grandparents and has been reupholstered a bunch of times. 1920 - 19302yr ⋅ Rabe2703 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Our Top-Off Jar & Bottle Opener From the 1930's Still Gets Frequent Use4yr ⋅ YouWillHaveThat ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Little Tykes climber & slide. My grandfather bought this for me in 1985. It’s entertained countless cousins and nieces and nephews. Now my daughter plays on it. Poolside since 1995.1yr ⋅ Ma1 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Casio Illuminator found while snorkelling for dropped items under Capilano Suspension Bridge in North Vancouver. No idea how long it was down there and it was running when I found it. Had it for 5 years and never changed the battery. Still lights up and chimes on the hour.4yr ⋅ crimewaveusa ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
(BSA motorcycle) Same couple on the same motorbike in 1955 and 20159mo ⋅ Steve_Hufnagel ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Bought in 2001 when Craftman was still a well-built brand, I changed spark plug once and oil change maybe once every 3-4 years, first pull every time regardless of how long it sit, the tires barely got any tread left at this point.3yr ⋅ damn_jexy ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My step mother rolled up to our bbq with this Tupperware pot from 70’s that used to be her mother’s and made the move from the US to the UK.4yr ⋅ spacedinoslj ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
I know, another thermos. But seriously, this was my grandfather's from the 50's and still kept coffee hot for hours in -20 today!2yr ⋅ stonkinverser ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
I wanted reliability but didn't think that in 17 years I'd still be driving the same car. 2004 Toyota Echo - Nothing wrong with it2yr ⋅ ReelDeadOne ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Can’t tell you where I got this from, but with new rubber feet, maintenance oiling, and a new power control board, it refuses to die.1yr ⋅ Estropelic ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My speed queen washing machine 5 months ago the day after my house fire vs tonight. Runs like a champ. The only salvageable clothes from the house were the ones in the dryer.4yr ⋅ noodle_brain ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Antique desk bought off Facebook looks to be built in the 1940s. Crazy to think this desk survive world wars and all the work that’s been done on it previously.3yr ⋅ turtleattacks ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Scored this lot of All Clad MC2 yesterday for $20. Spent the day scrubbing until it looked like new and I'm ready to use these for the next few decades!3yr ⋅ PM_ME_CORGI_PUPPERS ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Still sporting my dad's Coleman Classic tent from 70's. No leaks, and doesn't require a rain fly. All original poles in tact after 44 years.3yr ⋅ SpaceSurfer8 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
I must've purchased this between 17-20 years ago... I don't think it'll break3mo ⋅ AbsolutelyDahling ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Oxford bookbag from 1880 or so. My grandpa got it used when he started high school in 1951. It has since been used and enjoyed by my mom, uncle, aunt and myself and is still durable.6yr ⋅ Bambuslover222 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Hank's belts. This one is going on 15 years now, no deforming, stretching, cracking. They have a 99 year warranty and are under a hundred bucks. Highly recommended. (Next to it is a Bark River Knives Adventurer).2yr ⋅ fuhnetically ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Pulled this Oreck XL off the curb. Replaced belts and power cord, works beautifully (2005)2yr ⋅ 128keaton ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My trusty 2006 Roomba Discovery, still regularly cleaning my workshop. I've repaired him several times over the years, and have just replaced some MOSFETs and transistors, but he's still reliable and hard working 15 years later.3yr ⋅ jessecakeindustries ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
This Juicit juicer from the late 60s is a champ. Just made 5 qts of juice!3yr ⋅ descentintomael ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Great Grandfather didn't leave me much, but I've used this every time I fish for 20 years.6yr ⋅ tstonehart ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
A good wool blanket will outlast you. This one is pre-1927. It was used for years in railroad sleeper cars. They still sell Wool blankets I have bought them online.3yr ⋅ huscarlaxe ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Do computer keyboards count? I restore and collect vintage keyboards to use daily and my IBM 5251 is my favorite. 19792yr ⋅ Kirkwood1994 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Since we're talking about Revereware, here's my collection. My family bought some of these in the 60's, the rest came from thrift shops. I cook with them almost every day.2yr ⋅ RadiationS1knes ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Zippo butane powered hand warmers. 3 years of almost daily use working in a freezer warehouse. Can burn for 12+ hours on one fill. $15 for enough catalyst to last multiple lifetimes.3mo ⋅ Shower_Slug ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
1995 Toyota Corolla. These things just can’t die. It still runs.3yr ⋅ CEO_of_socialism ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My dad owns a piano business (I work there occasionally helping him rebuild pianos) I just bought my first house and the same week he calls me and says he got me a present. A mover my dad knows was about to take this to the dump for someone but called my dad first and he nabbed it. 1892 Knabe8mo ⋅ Moshie11337 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
This Coleman cooler has stood the test of time and abuse. It's been used extensively every year for around 20 years, and only cost $40. It's not a yeti, but it will still keep ice for 3-4 days in the summer.10mo ⋅ lotr5693 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
JVC VN-300 amplifier from the 70s that will continue to run in our home for a few decades2yr ⋅ mantassink ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My buy it for life “holy trinity” of wool coats (At least in my opinion).2yr ⋅ jono433 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Here’s the before and after finished product on my $5 Allen Edmond’s. These BIFL shoes were destined for the dumpster but I was able to bring them back to life. The dye color is uneven between the left and right, but I’m just gonna let it bug me for a while until I get around to fixing it3yr ⋅ chadlikemad ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My dad got this bike for smoking so many cigarettes 25 years ago. Hasn’t smoked in 24 years. He was about to throw it away last weekend. Got a tune up, rides perfect!2yr ⋅ Zarski843 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My Bialetti, doing my morning coffee for the last 12 years and probably for at least another 12.2yr ⋅ Time2kill ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My 1977 Kosmos 1 pocket-sized biorhythm calculator. 46 years of crunching numbers.11mo ⋅ bighag ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
I've put together a quick 'forever outfit'. It only includes clothes/accessories which have a lifetime guarantee.6yr ⋅ dvempy ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Red Wing work boots, after 20+ years of home renovations and a few mosh pits1yr ⋅ Idigressthereforeiam ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
I haven’t always owned it but after 30 years of use it’s still running perfectly. My 1991 IBM Model M2yr ⋅ Elleven_ ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
A true BIFL jacket, the Stevenson Jacket made by Boathouse. I’ve had mine for over 15 years, rowed multiple seasons in it, wore it shoveling snow, commuting in NYC, and hiking. A waterproof 3 season jacket you can still purchase.1yr ⋅ ripgoodhomer ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Just got this yesterday and I already love it...the classic Casio 56102yr ⋅ bigalindahouse ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
When my grandfather passed away, I inherited his auto crawler. Still using it to change my oil after 80 years. (X-POST).7yr ⋅ testfire10 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Been wearing these Doc Martens weekly for 25 years. Changed the leaves once - that's it.4yr ⋅ sonofmog ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
This was $4 at my local asian food market. I bought a full set of knives for stupid cheap, and a year later I can't imagine needing more.3yr ⋅ Bradlyeon ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
1956, only 43,000 miles. Somehow it managed to survive used car status and made it through to the vintage side. I am the third owner. The previous owners have passed on. Most likely won’t see a fourth owner until I pass on as well.4yr ⋅ snapgeiger ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My parents purchased this mixer in the mid 80's. It has survived multiples moves and it's still being used today!4yr ⋅ sipoloco ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My lighter is as old as I am (32 years) and still works perfectly!2yr ⋅ SpinAWebofSound ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Bought this in 1995 for my last year in middle school. I’m 43 now and still get use out of it.3yr ⋅ MrCrash2U ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
The best potato peeler I've ever owned, bought it around 8 years ago, peels just as good as the first day and surpasses any other brand name peelers which became blunt and flimsy with time. Don't know what Chinese brand it is.3yr ⋅ ivanoski-007 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Smartwool hiking socks. The one on the left was purchased in 1999, totally worth $25 per pair.1yr ⋅ error805usernotfound ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Pentel P205. Received in the 4th Grade. Still using it in graduate school to this day.3yr ⋅ KidneyLand ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My Victorinox Fibrox. Came in my culinary school issued knife kit 31 years ago. used it professionally for 25 years and it's still my home daily driver.1yr ⋅ Jillredhanded ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
These $20 Skullcandy earbuds have lasted me 7+ years with daily use. They got me through highschool and college.1yr ⋅ Happyhaha2000 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Started upgrading my kitchen with BIFL quality items. The Le Creuset is the single best thing I've ever used for cooking. I make everything in it now, and it does eggs better than any non-stick I've tried. The knife is a Shun Premier 8.3yr ⋅ pawn_guy ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Any love for Purdy paint brushes? Wash them out well and they'll last decades. I've had this one for 15 years. It's painted three apartments.3yr ⋅ johnn11238 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Braun HL 1 - stood on my grandfathers desk running daily since the 70s. Now it’s standing on my desk 🥲11mo ⋅ Joni_Hawlk ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Here’s my Senator ink pen that I’ve been using for close to ten years.1yr ⋅ caruthersville ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Thrifted from Bulgaria around 2 decades ago. Rail Road Worker steel toe boots. Haven't moved an inch since the day I got them.3yr ⋅ TheVoidWithout ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My Grandpa's double bit Walter axe. Bought in 1940s Ontario and logged with it across Canada until he retired in '70s B.C.3yr ⋅ reportcrosspost ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
I'm an EMT for our local EMS dept. We've had this GE dryer since the 90's at least and after a recent belt change it's still humming along.4yr ⋅ ttotheodd ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
IGLOO just released a retro line, claiming to manufacture the coolers with the same material/ machining as they did back in the day. Our family’s OG coolers (~30 years old) have gotten tons of use and been kicked around a lot and are still solid+sturdy as ever.3yr ⋅ fruitypebblesdonut ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Feetures running stocks used 3x weekly for 5 years and still going strong vs new pair1yr ⋅ PoisonPanty ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
I know it’s not the same company still making them at the level of their former glory, but it’s still a beast nonetheless1yr ⋅ DarthRaki1993 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My son's teddy bear. And mine. And my dad's. And his dad's. Circa 1930s1mo ⋅ OddsAre1in1461 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
This Tonka dumptruck I played with as a kid. I'm 24 now, and my nephew is still playing with it daily. Amazingly durable!4yr ⋅ tyler_wrage ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
With these two 12 cast iron FB marketplace finds, I can finally banish the last of the teflon coated rubbish from my kitchen. Brands unknown, but each weighs 6lb+3yr ⋅ PJHart86 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Braided hoses for washing machine... installed 33 years ago. Best insurance policy ever!1wk ⋅ newengland_schmuck ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
18 year old Leatherman Wave. Got it when I was 12 and still use it regularly.2yr ⋅ Poodogmillionaire ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Just picked this bad boy up second hand. How many loads ya reckon she'll take?1yr ⋅ Violator92 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
‘70s Pioneer SX 780 receiver. All capacitors and resistors replaced a couple years ago.1yr ⋅ Material-Ad6302 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My dad bought this saw before I was born to help build his first house in the States. 30 years later I’m using it to build stuff for my first house .4yr ⋅ jdro120 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My Krups Type 208B coffee grinder. About 30 years old and still scaring my cats and dog every morning.11mo ⋅ TheHearseDriver ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My Rubbermaid laundry basket has been in continuous use since the early 80s. You can still buy these NEW1yr ⋅ Bakelite51 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Well my niece here just turned 21. I wish I aged as well as my jumper3mo ⋅ YachtRubyRose ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
JC Penney hot air popcorn popper. Purchased 1980. Still going strong. (Think it was made by Waring)3yr ⋅ Westsidebill ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Coleman 4 person tent I won in the 8th grade. This has seen abuse camping as a kid, high-school parties, college canoe trips and hunting trips in the Rockies in 3 seasons, and now it's being abused by my 3 and 6 year old nephew and niece. Well over 100 camping trips and no rips or tears. 10/103yr ⋅ bearcoon90210 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
SMEG Company products, are they of real quality or just look great? Is it worth this value?1mo ⋅ a_s2 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Sharp EL-2607 my Dad has been using to do his income taxes since the mid-80s.1yr ⋅ AnalogFeelGood ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My replacement ‘For Life’ Dr Martens next to the old pair. I highly recommend this service.6yr ⋅ jellybellypilgrim ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
A McDonald's plastic plate from 1977. Run through the dishwasher countless times, used as a cutting board in multiple occasions.4yr ⋅ SPRUNTastic ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Who needs a Spotify subscription, or even internet, with these babies, and my CD collection!11mo ⋅ Environmental-Low792 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My baking pans — 20 years, 2 years and brand new. I live next to the outlet store and haven’t found better ones yet. You?1yr ⋅ the_joy_of_VI ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Chicco stroller. This beast is over 10 years old and been through 4 kids, traveled around the world to 5 countries, uncountable mall and theme parks, tossed in the back of trunks like a hostage, and treated like a jungle gym more times than...well a jungle gym.2yr ⋅ patient_zero84 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Since winter is starting, what are the best socks you’ve had For the cold6mo ⋅ BigChungus1428 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
For years, I bought scotch brite (or similar) and ended up with gross sponges that always seemed to disintegrate and get full of nasty stuff. Bought these at the start of the pandemic and haven’t had to buy sponges since. Use a fresh one every day & throw them in the laundry on the weekend.3yr ⋅ ghostpepperwings ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My coworker says this lunchbox was his Grandpa's from before he was born. So probably from the 60s or 70s?1yr ⋅ xHouse_of_Hornetsx ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Not the coolest bifl, but I have used this Goody brand comb every day for nearly 20 years and its still in great shape2yr ⋅ g00ber88 ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Zip Dee Folding chair passed down from my grandparents. These have seen a lot of campfires.3yr ⋅ heavymetalsmithing ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
10 year old Gerber Dime broke. Gerber replaced it no questions asked.1yr ⋅ Kalashnikov_n_Knife ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
After years of mulling it over with the wife, we finally got a Dutch Oven to outlive us: Staub 6qt cast iron for $1604yr ⋅ INGWR ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
My Dad was about to toss this in the dump little barkeeper's friend and its looking decent again highly recommend to restore old pans2yr ⋅ WhoJustShat ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
It’s not lifelong sadly but I can recommend the warranty at least. 10 years old and no questions asked1yr ⋅ Bixlerdude ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
Staedtler-Mars Engineer triangular scale, passed down to me from my mother. I'll never need another ruler.4yr ⋅ Finetales ⋅ r/BuyItForLife
