/r/BuyItForLife
For practical, durable and quality made products that are made to last.
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The Mission Statement: http://www.reddit.com/r/BuyItForLife/comments/jtjuz/bi4l_mission_statement_rules_etc/
For practical, durable and quality made products that are made to last.
Rules
1 This is a subreddit emphasizing products that are Durable, Practical, Proven, and Made-to-Last.
Products that are well-made and durable (even if they won't last a lifetime) are accepted.
2a Requests are posts where you are looking for help/recommendations on a certain type of a product or Opinions on a certain item.
Requests Must be flaired with the request flair and if you are satisfied with the answers please mark the post as such.
2b be sure to first use the search bar and check the sidebar before making a request. To make it easier for the community to help, also include your budget (if any) and what country you are buying in.
3 Low-effort Posts will be removed.
4 No Home-made items
5 No new or unreleased products
6 please be descriptive with your posting, posts must include the products brand, years owned or date of purchase, circa the decade is acceptable on items older than 1990
7 No referral codes or affiliate links.
8 /r/BuyItForLife is not a place to advertise your business or sell your product. Want to advertise on Reddit? Start here. Want to contribute look here
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Any printer recommendations for the following user needs? I have been trying to research but it feels like a minefield out there.
Budget isn't the problem I just need to know that the few time a year I need to print it will work and that I'm not being ripped off :)
Finally managed to get one, hopefully this is the last chair that I ever buy. Came w/ armrests but I've removed them, also I've spent around 1.5 hours cleaning and general service. There is only a small damage on the seat mesh.
Seeking Recommendations for a Thin, 4-Wheel Rolling Laptop Bag
Hey everyone,
I'm in search of a rolling laptop bag that meets a few specific criteria, and I'd really appreciate your recommendations!
Requirements:
Additional context:
If you have any suggestions or personal favorites, I'd love to hear about them. Links to purchase or specific brand/model names would be extremely helpful. Thanks in advance!
Hi, does anyone have any recommendations for a sturdy pot that can kind of do it all? I’m in college and am finally moving into a dorm with a kitchen but I want to save space by not getting a cooking pan set. I’m looking for something that’s good for frying, cooking, and can also be put in the oven for things like slow-roast. Any recommendations?
I’m looking for ear muffs on amazon that block noise and are comfortable but that arent that expensive like anc headphones f.e. . I already use earplugs but would like to pair it with ear muffs any suggestions? Greatly appreciated
Any suggestions for a lightweight (men's) robe for summer?
I have the LL Bean flannel robe that I wear around the house most of the year, but it's a little warm in the summertime.
ETA: men's
looking for a not too expensive brand or brand for boxers socks and tank tops.
nothing like reigning champ stuff, but like the basics, white tees, black tees, socks etc, that don’t cost $100 for just one shirt.
I bought a Breville toaster 2 years ago and it stopped working out of the blue. It had quite a few issues even while it worked so I decided to try a Cuisinart 4 slice toaster. It toasts 2 slices perfectly, 1 slice is toasted only on one side, and the last slice - only a quarter of the bread was toasted. Any suggestions?
My girlfriend and I are purchasing a queen mattress for the very first time, and we've finally narrowed down what we're looking for. Looking for something that can last us at least 8-10 years.
It seems like to get the gel memory foam cooling that we want, along with the right comfort, $1k is the minimum.
Help us decide which of these 3 mattresses makes the most sense?
Tried some other mattresses in-person like Sealy (much lower cost but the quality was also lower; cooling top was non-existent) and Purple (high cost, weird texture, kinda sucked), and we're leaning toward the Ashley option just because our experience was so nice with it.
Any red flags here? Does it make sense to go with the cheapest one, DreamCloud, and just be done with it, or shoot for the Ashley Furniture one, for the local store benefit and since we've actually tried it?
This sub is very US focused which is fair enough with the # of US folk using it. I want to replace all my socks. Looking for a brand I can buy in Ireland. I like them relatively thin, not too tight but still warm. Any good suggestions
Hello Everyone,
Recently my Kitchen Aid Burr Grinder Model KCG0702ER stopped grinding my coffee. I took it apart and noticed that inside the motor there are two sets of small plastic gears. One of the sets were broken. There must have been a jam, or something, that caused this. I have found the motor motor assembly online. It's $150. For that price, I would rather invest in a better burr grinder.
My question is, is there a way to buy and replace the small plastic gears that are part of the assembly? they must be very cheap somewhere. I am just unsure how to track down this info.
The gears are housed inside of the motor, part #2 in the picture via link below. The Manufacturer Part Number W10845881 and is made by Whirlpool. I can't seem to navigate through Whirlpool's parts to find the gears to fix my grinder.
I've been searching this all day and could use some tips, tricks, or advice on moving forward with a cheaper repair than buying the entire motor for $100+. I will gladly take any help.
KitchenAid is not helpful in this situation. I’ve uploaded pictures of the broken gear and model # via the imgur link below (it’s what I’m used to for r/ultralight)
https://imgur.com/a/fUnj3CV
Hi All,
I am looking for a steam cleaner but live in the city so less storage space so need a small or compact one.
Every thread I’ve read through either recommends the discontinued Bissell SteamShot or large and bulky ones that aren’t conducive to apartment living. Hoping to find some recommendations for more compact ones here because I’m struggling to pick one among all the choices at Home Depot and online.
Thanks in advance for any recommendations!
Looking to buy a ceiling fan for a bedroom that last a long time. I had one that lasted a very long time but they no longer make it. Nothing fancy just good quality. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!
My sister has broken two apple watch bands in the past year, what's a good one I can get on amazon that won't tear easily in the loop holes for the fastener?
I have got a flag that is 5x3 in size, but I don’t know which handheld flagpole to get (as in a flagpole that you can carry and wave at a march)
What of your recommendation?
(Preferably 200cm+)
Canada. How are ya now.
So I was watchin Letterkenny the other day…
I’ve taken a flight of fancy faster than my frisky friend Francine phoned Fernando for a fun time fornicating when she found out he was from France. ‘Cept my hankering is for a flannelette. To wear. Not fornic… anyhoooow.
Right now there seems to be a real trend for every two-bit shopkeeper to make a quick buck off a flannel that’s made to fall apart faster than a degen at a Modeen’s fist fight.
I can’t figure it owt. So I thought I’d pull my finger outta my ass and ask here. You are the experts after all.
Nothing fancy. The red and black variety. Preferably good enough for every winter for the rest of my life.
I also don’t want to have to wear it with a turtleneck. Even though you lose allot of heat in the neck.
Over and out.
i’m looking for an everyday shoulder bag. last year i bought the marc jacobs tote after i’d been told the quality was amazing only to realise that i was lied to. it looks like it’s falling apart and like i’ve had it for decades. i only have two bags that aren’t for travel at a time (one work bag and one bag for everywhere else) so i need a bag that will work with everything and remain intact. i plan to own only this bag and use it for the next 5+ years so i don’t mind spending money on something up to £850. please give me recommendations
I’ve gone through maybe 8 iced tea makers in 10 years. I brew maybe a gallon or so per day. I know there are other ways to make tea but I drink a lot of tea. Thanks in advance 😊
My Philips Sonicare (ProtectiveClean 4500), bought less than a year ago, decided to stop indicating when the time comes to replace the head. I've used the current one for much longer than usual and was wondering if a bug might be the cause of this. So I plugged my current brush to my GF's Sonicare, and immediately, the orange dot started flashing, indicated that the brush must be replaced.
Those electric toothbrushes are expensive, but I hear they're not as reliable and long lasting as they should...
To your knowledge, is that a common bug? Should I ask for a replacement? How affected my brushing can be from using an overused head?
Thanks
Somebody got into my car and stole my Kipling mini backpack, which I loved. I’ve had it for probably like five years and it looked brand new. Leaning towards getting another one, but it doesn’t have the same pockets that my older one did so I’m looking around. Do you guys suggest any mini backpacks that would fit an iPad and a few items, and still be flexible? I liked the fact that when I would go on vacation, I could kind of put it in another larger backpack if I needed to and then use it when I got to my destination. Thank you in advance and I have loved this sub so much.
Ok so i have a lot issues scoliosis, overpronated feet whatsoever. No pain really but stiffness everywhere.
I have aeron and embody now ag home but both are uncomfortable to sit in. Have tested pretty much every single high end office chair and came into conclusion that i cant get them comfortable to me.
I have been looking for stressless but they are even more than hm so is there anything like that in europe?
Something like this or stressless mayfair style without 3k price tag