''Immortal'' Things From The Past (40 pics)
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- 26 Dec, 2022 |
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"On the Clock Bandwagon - I present my ‘79 Sharp "
''Misen Knife was dropped resulting in the end snapping off. Misen no longer ship outside of the US so they gave me a full refund 4 years after purchase making good on their lifetime guarantee"
"Since we are doing clocks. Here is mine from the 90s."
"L.L. bean duck boots from 1939"
"My fiancé replaced his 20+ y/o Herman Miller with the exact same chair, just new! He probably could've repaired the other, but he wanted some new features."
"My 1993 Volvo 240. Odometer broke a few years ago at 346k. Runs like a champ still"
"Alarm clock lasted over two decades and somehow knows when daylight savings is still"
"My wife's Whirley-Pop that her grandmother used. Still makes perfect popcorn every time."
"I’ve had this Texas Instruments scientific calculator since 6th grade, it’s now getting me through finals in my first semester of college."
"Just picked this baby up. With a little work this thing will outlast me. 185J 1954"
"Wrench with my grandfather’s initials stamped on it. Still used daily in the shop."
"Was handed down my late uncle's 80s stand mixer, still works like a dream"
"Stiletto TBII framing hammer, used daily for almost 20 years."
"30+ years so far with my Sony Dream Machine"
"My grandma’s Pampered Chef apple peeler has seen better days, but damn does it still make a great pie"
"I am the 3rd generation user of this stone pan. Used to make a fried batter dish called "Ponganalu"."
"Been through a few office chairs in the past decade. Found this at the Salvation Army store and cleaned it up a bit today. Hopefully this one will last. It looks sturdy!"
"This pizelle maker has been used by my grandma year after year for 40+ years."
"L to R- 30 + years old, 3 years old, 6 months old … planned obsolescence or crappy design (of course they increase in price tag from L-R)"
"Sunbeam Electronic Weather Clock (1969) - My grandma's old clock that now lives at my work office half a century later."
"Logitech MX518 gaming mouse circa 2007"
"My IGLOO large cooler. Been in the family for around 35 years and the thing is a beast. Strong durable plastic and keeps things freezing cold with even a single bag of ice."
"One more clock radio! My grandmother gave me this when I went to college in 1976. Still chugging away on my side of the bed - to my wife's chagrin."
"My mom’s 50 year old magnifier from the USSR era. The star is a state quality mark of the USSR which works as a certification of quality."
"GE A10 T17 toaster, close to 50 years old and still used daily. It was my grandmothers until she passed away and I ended up with it. Don't make them like this any more."
"1950s Grip Loc tackle box that outlived both my great grandpa and his son. Dad uses it for bicycle repair tools"
"1978 Spartus, complete with his n hers alarm and a big ole snoozer button! And look at that curved faceplate!"
"From my parent's engagement in 1986! I use it everyday!"
"1970s Realistic STA-45B still rocking and sounds wonderful! All the lights and controls work perfectly, has only been serviced once!"
"Bankers Lamp - Purchased in the 70s, recently given a clean and LED globe"
"This range/stove in a house my parents bought still works perfectly."
"Mid 70's Citizen watch my dad gave me about a decade ago. Runs just as good as new with just a new batteries."
"1951 Kym Conical Burr Coffee Grinder"
"I present my EL-531A Scientific Calculator"
"Bought Nov. 22, 1991. Still whips mashed like a mofo!"
"This toastmaster electric carving knife has kicked ass for over 30 years."
"Hand drill that belonged to my Great Grandfather"
"My 1910s Dietz Bestov Hand Lamp. It may not be an everyday use item, but it's always good to have a backup light source around. This particular one has stood the test of time, and is still in near mint condition."
"Speaking of clocks - running since the late 1800s"
"First pocket knife my Dad ever got me 19-20 years ago, still looks good today!"
