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Mister_Abendsen t1_j97i2jr wrote

Reply to I already wear earmuffs to bed, neighbours in my apartment are so loud that they don't help. Need something stronger, any advice? by Verifiedvenuz

They're not noise cancelling, but I've got a pair of Audio Technica ATH-M20xBT headphones and love them. I live across from a bar that blasts music all night and they've been a godsend. Might be worth a try.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Audio-Technica-ATH-M20xBT-Wireless-Headphones-Black/dp/B09QMCFQJL/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=ath-20x&qid=1676841067&refinements=p_n_feature_thirteen_browse-bin%3A27315999031&rnid=27315998031&s=electronics&sr=1-5

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OrganMeat t1_j97fdim wrote

Reply to comment by mnistor1 in If you shave, get a shaving handle that uses a simple disposable razor. The razor lasts much longer than anything at your local store and provides a better shave. by bi_polar2bear

I think a vintage Gillette Tech (~$20), Merkur 34 ($50), Maggard Razors
V3 head (~$25), or Razorock Game Changer .68 ($55) are all very good
starter options. Investing in good soap and a brush is also essential
because good lather helps to minimize irritation. For what it's worth, I put together a starter kit for my brother in law with a vintage Gillette Tech, and he loves it. Still uses it every single day.

Come join us over in the daily questions thread at r/Wetshaving if you have more questions, or feel free to PM me if you want any more info.

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awildencounter t1_j97eh6u wrote

Reply to comment by [deleted] in Am I throwing away my money by getting Sennheisers if I break everything so far? by [deleted]

Hmm, they're great on the go but I can't really wear them for hours on a plane or anything. I have a pair of ATH that are honestly more comfy for at home use but their ear cushions break down over time even if I don't use them often. I would probably recommend those TBH, even if they're not durable. They don't need to be durable if you're only using them at a stationary PC, plus the replacements are cheap.

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21plankton t1_j971m0f wrote

Reply to A little “buy it for life” exercise I just did by OutdoorzExplorerz

Many items I bought short term I have ended up owning for 40+ years. I accumulated a lot of furnishings when I bought my first SFH. Some items I had to give away when the items no longer fit in my second home but I regretted having to let go of them as they were timeless pieces. Some timeless pieces did not last as well as others. The family room sofas have a limited life, even in expensive leather.

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