We all know how quickly the current super-perfect technique breaks down, how unreliable clothes are, which after a season lose their appearance. It is all the more surprising to look at the photos of things and objects that have faithfully served our grandfathers and grandmothers, as well as to be surprised at the truly high-quality products of modern manufacturers.
Netizens have shared photos of old things that are still functioning perfectly and can never deteriorate, fail or get bored.
“Oxford Book Portfolio of 1880 or so. My grandfather used it when he started high school in 1951. Since then, it has been used by my mom, uncle, aunt and I, and it is still intact."
"The waffle iron has been working flawlessly since the 1920s."
“My waterproof Danners carried me hundreds of miles from the New Mexico desert to the snow-capped mountains. Still intact and not leaking. Best pair of boots I've ever owned."
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The "Parker" my friend got from his grandfather.
“My mom's denim jacket from Spain, 1982. Jocavi brand. I get compliments on this all the time!"
"It may be the world's largest pencil sharpener, but it was made in 1920 and is still perfect today."
"Found one of my godmother's old sewing machines (I think it's 50) and it still works like new."
“This flask was made in 1884 and is still in perfect condition."
“We are using a 117-year-old coffee grinder made by Peugeot. Yes, the same Peugeot that makes cars today."
"The 80 year old cast iron skillet we use every day."
“Snap On Nose Pliers and Cutting Pliers, made in 1946. They are not in their best shape, but they are doing their job."
"This train was bought by my grandfather in 1952, I am the third generation who runs it every Christmas."
"A calculator that my colleague owned for 40 years …"
"Still works like a beast!"
"My father's Sony Trinitron (late 60s) is still strong."
"I'm using a 1962 Swingline stapler."
"My grandmother still uses this refrigerator."
“I bought this mixer at a sale for $ 5. I have used it 3-4 times a week for 7 years. I also dropped the bowl twice from the height of the table and it didn't even break."
Rotel RT-300, made in the 1970s.
This fan has been in operation for over 70 years.
Flashlight from the Second World War.
