Recent comments in /f/BuyItForLife
trunks6262 t1_j9sig31 wrote
Reply to Not exactly BIFL but good quality and fashionable eyeglasses that can last by extra_noodles
Crazy I haven’t seen this yet but JINS has amazing glasses, very quality, and great customer service. It’s a Japanese brand but there are some stores in the US (might be able to buy online too)
Novasfyre t1_j9sier5 wrote
Reply to Can’t find a quality couch, help! by GhostCowboy76
Apt2b uses solid alder for frames and a higher grade foam. When the cushions do wear out you can just refoam them as they are zippered.
Seems like the performance material is wicked stout and I love how it feels. We chose regal for the color/material.
16066888XX98 t1_j9shib3 wrote
Reply to Can’t find a quality couch, help! by GhostCowboy76
I can't believe it hasn't been mentioned here, but Flexsteel couches are amazing. They will last forever are super comfy and can be found on sale frequently.
DarkGreenSedai t1_j9sgrno wrote
Reply to comment by Agreeable-Tadpole461 in What’s something you had to make becouse you couldn’t find it or was too expensive? by shinanigans2697
I have a big wall in my living room that still needs a little something. Abstract is easy ish, I can match the colors to the decor, and I can get a large canvas for far less than finished art would cost.
I too feel absolved. Lol.
wehtker t1_j9sg1ot wrote
Reply to comment by iceautumn in Good pair of sandals/slides by Henrywaltaa
Love my bedrocks!!!
PopcornLunge t1_j9sfq3u wrote
Reply to Any recommendations for an office chair? by notdoreen
Why does this post have so many responses and zero karma?
tempo90909 t1_j9sfjpr wrote
Reply to Indestructible Water Bottle by goblinqueen487
Do not wash it in the dishwasher, it fucks up the vacuum.
Mulppyy t1_j9sf8z7 wrote
Reply to comment by Mulppyy in Indestructible Water Bottle by goblinqueen487
If it breaks you send a picture and they send a new one. My friends and I were fucking around and destroyed one on purpose and I got my favourite colour way back. Completely different bottle. But one that I wanted
Mulppyy t1_j9sf1jf wrote
Reply to Indestructible Water Bottle by goblinqueen487
Came to say nalgene
5spd4wd t1_j9seb7p wrote
Reply to comment by that_cachorro_life in [Request] cups/plates that are microwave safe by [deleted]
I can't remember how long I've had my set but it's been decades. I have the plain Winter Frost pattern. They're so slender that a lot of them can fit in the dishwasher at one time. I wouldn't trade my Corelle for any other kind.
gleas003 t1_j9seadi wrote
Reply to Not exactly BIFL but good quality and fashionable eyeglasses that can last by extra_noodles
OP, Oliver Peoples for me. Metal frame, bent around your face for a custom fit. I’ve literally played beach volleyball tournaments in them and they’ve never budged on my face. Had them since 2007. Still going strong and lenses have been replaced 3 times now.
ShortUSA t1_j9sduif wrote
Reply to Not exactly BIFL but good quality and fashionable eyeglasses that can last by extra_noodles
Love my Zenni glasses. Prior to buying from them I owned and wore one pair at a time. Now I have and regularly use several pairs. They're lasting as long or longer than the designer glasses I've paid 6 - 11 times as much for. Needed support once, and it was great. Super happy with them. Highly recommend.
space_vortex09 OP t1_j9sdkt1 wrote
Reply to comment by shogzilla in Durable backpack with laptop sleeve. by space_vortex09
My original budget was $50 USD maybe 60, which is why I was looking at Jansport as the US prices for their backpacks are in that ballpark. I took a look anyway and they look great and if they were officially available in India I'd somehow justify the massive price jump by telling myself that this might be one of the last backpacks I'll ever have to buy but they're not available here, even websites that sell luxury/high end goods don't have them.
Thanks for the suggestion, I have family in Australia so if they're visiting I'll ask them to bring me one.
that_cachorro_life t1_j9sdikh wrote
Reply to comment by 5spd4wd in [Request] cups/plates that are microwave safe by [deleted]
another perk, they are so light that I can pick 4 of them up from the dishwasher with one hand, each between one finger. My kids go through tons of tiny plates (food can't touch!) so having corelle is a lifesaver.
Jinglemoon t1_j9scgnf wrote
Reply to Good pair of sandals/slides by Henrywaltaa
Not the cheapest, but every pair of Ecco sandals I have bought have been both comfortable and long lasting. They have fashionable and more sporty styles, they are all awesome.
that_cachorro_life t1_j9scdd1 wrote
Reply to Advice on bath towels? by Causeable_Rhombus
are you open to waffle weave? I've only had them for a few years but they look the same as when I bought them. (I have Gilden Tree).
southcounty253 t1_j9scbvy wrote
Reply to Durable backpack with laptop sleeve. by space_vortex09
My North Face Recon is going on about 7 years now, still in awesome shape and it's been all over.
southcounty253 t1_j9sc6v5 wrote
Reply to Good pair of sandals/slides by Henrywaltaa
Love my vinyl Birkenstocks, going on three years now and they're great
gracem5 t1_j9sc0sv wrote
Reply to Can’t find a quality couch, help! by GhostCowboy76
I like my Braxton Culler sofa and loveseat made by North Carolina craftsmen, three years old and looking/sitting like new. The website has a store locator. I also loved my Mitchell Gold sofa, 22 years old with well-loved velvet upholstery, still looking pretty good and still providing comfortable seating. If you really want quality, your best best is buying American made brands, often sold only through established furniture retailers or “to the trade,” which means through an interior designer.
southcounty253 t1_j9sc0rw wrote
Reply to comment by owlpellet in Indestructible Water Bottle by goblinqueen487
Also highly recommend the sip insert
Elthus t1_j9sbx2l wrote
Reply to Durable backpack with laptop sleeve. by space_vortex09
I bought my Oakley Kitchen Sink back in 2012 and it's still my go-to bag. This bag has been with me since Junior year of Highschool. I took this bag with me to basic training. Took this bag with me to college. Took this bag with me every year to our Annual Trainings for the Guard. This bag has been to Arizona, Texas, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Florida, South Carolina, Oregon, and Colorado. I take an annual camping trip with my brother, and this bag still comes with. No rips, no tears, no separation at the seams.
https://www.oakley.com/en-us/product/92060A
It's a more expensive bag, but I have for sure gotten my money out of this.
indiefab t1_j9sbuyc wrote
Reply to What’s something you had to make becouse you couldn’t find it or was too expensive? by shinanigans2697
Mountain bike. I didn't want to pay $1500 for the light racing bike I wanted 10 years ago. I found an unbelievable deal on eBay for a bare frame ($85) and assembled the rest myself. A childhood of wrenching on my own bikes was an advantage of course. I think the total cost was $500 and most of that was the suspension fork. Its still going strong after replacing the chain and tires every couple years.
ConBroMitch t1_j9sbjld wrote
Corelle /thread.
1ADM t1_j9sbbhv wrote
Reply to What’s something you had to make becouse you couldn’t find it or was too expensive? by shinanigans2697
Children. In hindsight making one has proven to also not be cheap.
sciencestolemywords t1_j9sj0qy wrote
Reply to comment by typingfrombed in Advice on bath towels? by Causeable_Rhombus
That's the one! I just checked mine.