"Buy It For Life": 30 Impressive Products That These People Only Had To Purchase Once (New Pics)

May 13, 2023

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I vividly remember being a child and hearing my mother brag about how old our vacuum cleaner was. "We’ve had it for decades!" she would boast, noting that, "They just don't make them like that anymore!" Now that I’m an adult who's purchased a vacuum of her own, I have to admit that I understand why she was so proud.

Today, we’re celebrating all of those purchases that ended up becoming life-long commitments thanks to quality and durability, pandas. We’ve taken a trip to the Buy It For Life subreddit and gathered some of our favorite pics from the community down below. From indestructible household appliances to pens that have written countless notes, enjoy viewing these purchases that were certainly worth the investments!

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schmisschmina Report

The cat has some comments to do.

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neocamel Report

Upvote for sneaking past the BP sensors.

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macnerd93 Report

Omg that reel-to-reel. Very jealous.

We all want to make smart purchases and keep our belongings around for as long as possible, but nowadays, there's a lot of pressure from corporations and society to keep up with the latest trends. "If you don't have the newest phone or the fanciest earbuds, you’re missing out! Technology is advancing incredibly rapidly, so there's no need to use things until they give up on you. Just purchase something new as soon as you have the chance! Right?" This "newer is better" mindset can be detrimental to our mental health and our wallets, so sometimes, it's refreshing to have a reminder that taking care of things and making sure they last forever is actually very cool.

That's where the Buy It For Life subreddit comes in. This group is dedicated to sharing "practical, durable and quality made products that are made to last," and thankfully, many people have gotten on board with the group's mission. The community has amassed an impressive 1.5 million members over the past 12 years, and users are incredibly active in sharing the purchases they’re most proud of. Keeping items around for life is economic, sustainable and honestly, pretty impressive, so we’re happy to showcase some of the group's best finds.

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botanysteve Report

Cast iron lasts for generations.

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Kamahis Report

That would date it to pre-1989.

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Dirtdancefire Report

And well used. Looks great!

12 years ago, the creator of Buy It For Life shared their mission statement in the subreddit to make it clear what the group's goals are. They explained that the community was inspired by the subreddit r/ShutUpandTakeMyMoney, which shares great purchases members have found. However, not every item shared in that group will last a lifetime, so BIFL was created "to fill a niche for only high quality and durable products."

Today, BIFL is a thriving community which shares suggestions for a wide range of products. The group even has a "Request Series" featuring clothing (headwear, gloves, shirts, jackets, belts, underwear, pants, socks and footwear), bags (luggage and backpacks), kitchen appliances, tools (knives and flashlights), beverage containers, music players, items specifically for women, gifts, a wallet compilation and even brands that are not BIFL approved. If you’re looking to make a big purchase, it might be wise to consult this community first!

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otterland Report

Be aware that older thermos flasks are likely to have asbestos in them.

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R4MZON Report

My dad had this exact drill

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_Mr_Roboto_ Report

it is not the one in Bewitched ?

We’re big fans of the Buy It For Life community here at Bored Panda, so it's actually not the first time we’ve featured the group. And lucky for us, we were previously able to get in touch with one of the subreddit's moderators, Robot_ninja_pirate, who shared how keeping the group's goals a priority becomes tricky with so many members.

"On one hand, we want to promote sustainability and buying higher-quality products, which means buying things less often. But since we have [over a] million subscribers, it means new people are sharing new products every day," they explained. "There are products that many people never knew existed and might then want to go out and buy. It can almost conflict with the point."

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SenorKerry Report

being born in Massachusetts, i love the massshole sticker

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tflynn09 Report

Fancy smancy

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Tatterings Report

Repaint will make this like brand new again

The moderator noted that their team has to be "quite vigilant to promote grassroots efforts from the real users sharing items with real-world use," as advertisers often want to take advantage of the community by disguising themselves as real members.

But the group can be incredibly useful for those of us who have been impacted by inflation. "[The rise of living costs] has certainly made people become aware of their purchasing habits and what is and isn't frivolous spending as budgets get tighter," Robot_ninja_pirate told Bored Panda.

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lotr5693 Report

Back when losing a finger of two was totally acceptable for some refreshing air

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whereiswaldo7 Report

L.l. Bean is a solid company.

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jomamma2 Report

We had one very similar to this when I was growing up. Except ours had a non-stick coating on the cups. I used it the most, so when I left home at 20, I took it. One day I made poached eggs and wanted to make more. I forgot to top up the water. All the non-stick coating melted and smelled awful. Fire alarm went off. Oops.

"However, [increased living costs] might also cause people to have to skimp on things and really evaluate what truly is BIFL and what they are just overspending on," the moderator continued. "Channels like Project Farm, for example, do an excellent job showing where spending more money does not always mean a better product."

Project Farm is a channel where "all sorts of things" are tested "to help viewers make informed purchasing decisions and avoid getting ripped off."

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couts88 Report

Wish I kept mine 🙁

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Material-Ad6302 Report

that 70's look, love it

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Cypherius Report

Beautiful!

While BIFL is incredibly popular at the moment, Robot_ninja_pirate did admit to Bored Panda that he worries it might not last forever. He fears it might simply "[become] trendy and that people will hop on the bandwagon and then jump off when it's not as current anymore, rather than committing to the ideology. (An extreme example, but think like the miniature pig trend for a few years)."

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Sunshinehaiku Report

Ahhh the memories I have of that machine

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d7it23js Report

That is a cookie scooper

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polandlv111 Report

I just found my really old cell phone from the 90's or so. I’m looking for a cord to plug them in and charge them to see if I can turn them on just out of curiosity.

Apparently, the group had a huge influx of new members during the beginning of 2023, but it has started to slow down to its usual numbers in recent months. "We let our community sort of dictate the flow of the subreddit rather than us," the moderator explained. "However, we are always looking for feedback and how we can improve the subreddit." So if you all have any suggestions, pandas, the moderators are happy to hear them!

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bighag Report

Oh god, I remember a biorhythms program for my computer as a child, written in good old BBC BASIC and typed in from a magazine!

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lotr5693 Report

Adding obligatory "1993 is not that ol- … Jesus I’m old!"

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Jxnkuul Report

I love those! Still have mine from school, it's 27 years old.

In today's world of planned obsolescence and fast fashion, it may not be trendy to hold onto your possessions forever, but it certainly is wise. Your wallet and the planet will thank you, plus vintage furniture and clothing is totally in. So if you’ve been thinking about replacing that 30-year-old dresser or you have your eye on a new car, despite the fact that yours is working just fine, you might want to reconsider. And the BIFL community will certainly welcome you with open arms!

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Secundus_Scipio Report

Ever since childhood I used these too peel potatoes or sometimes apples and carrots. They are so much better than knives and like the name suggest, you save with them. - Sparschäler=savepeeler means, you save on the product you are planning because you don't cut to much of it. Today, I must admit, I prefer the green ones from Tupper because the gap between the blade and the edge is slightly narrower and save even more.

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befarked247 Report

It could use some cleaning though...

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podaypodayson Report

They sell in Australia for around $13,000

We hope you’re enjoying these photos of great purchases that have lasted a lifetime, pandas. If you are still using appliances or tools you bought decades ago, be sure to pat those items on the back and let us know in the comments below what they are! Remember to think in the long term when making new purchases, and if you’re looking for even more pics that will inspire you to make commitments when you buy something new, you can find Bored Panda's last article featuring the Buy It For Life subreddit right here!

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sludgefudge Report

I'm envious of anybody w/ a gas stove but this thing is sexy! The grates, the griddle, the knobs... what a fantastic deal too!

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R1ght_b3hind_U Report

My son was trying to keep his backpack from Kindergarten through HS. Only lasted until 6th grade. He took great care of it, too. He was so bummed.

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Jdspoel Report

the only reason to change it : by sharpening it, there is no metal left :D but it takes about 60 years

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in the future, archaeologists will say "this civilization stopped in the 80's-90's, the survivors only created plastic trash."

My Dad was discharged from the US Army in 1957. This was his duffel bag. It went to college with my older brother in 1977, and with me in 1982. It went to college with my older daughter in 2016, and although she doesn't know it yet; it's going to college with my younger daughter next year. It has served me as luggage, laundry hamper, and moving box through four states of residence in the last 40 years and it was almost 30 years old when I got it, which makes this bag at least 70 years old. The clasp still works, the grommets are still strong and in place, and the handle and shoulder strap are still intact. Dad died in 1984 and I will keep this bag the rest of my life. Duffel-648...33edff.jpg

You just reminded me, I have a pair of '80s era military surplus boots that are still intact. From back when military grade meant "takes a beating and still lasts forever". Unlike now where it means "made by the cheapest bid".

Back then, things were built to last.

in the future, archaeologists will say "this civilization stopped in the 80's-90's, the survivors only created plastic trash."

Back then, things were built to last.

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