#21 Tool: Benchmade Griptillian 551.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #21 Tool: Benchmade Griptillian 551.

#22 Fossil belt worn almost every day for 17 years.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #22 Fossil belt worn almost every day for 17 years.

#23 Garbage disposal: Badger 5, from 1997, still functioning perfectly.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #23 Garbage disposal: Badger 5, from 1997, still functioning perfectly.

#24 In need of a replacement for my thermal lined hoodie for work. The previous Dickies hoodie lasted about 15 years, but the current one doesn't seem as durable.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #24 In need of a replacement for my thermal lined hoodie for work. The previous Dickies hoodie lasted about 15 years, but the current one doesn't seem as durable.

#25 Received as a gift from my mom a long time ago, this item proved to be more expensive than its longevity warranted.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #25 Received as a gift from my mom a long time ago, this item proved to be more expensive than its longevity warranted.

#26 Restoration project: 1980 Vermont Iron Elm Wood Stove. More details in the comments!

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #26 Restoration project: 1980 Vermont Iron Elm Wood Stove. More details in the comments!

#27 This plastic cooking spoon, inherited from my grandma, dates back to the 60s or 70s.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #27 This plastic cooking spoon, inherited from my grandma, dates back to the 60s or 70s.

#28 My trusty companion for the past 10 years.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #28 My trusty companion for the past 10 years.

#29 The old Electrolux assistant, likely from the 70s, has finally stopped working.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #29 The old Electrolux assistant, likely from the 70s, has finally stopped working.

#30 Are SMEG Company products truly high-quality or just aesthetically pleasing?

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #30 Are SMEG Company products truly high-quality or just aesthetically pleasing?

#31 Still going strong at 44 years old.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #31 Still going strong at 44 years old.

#32 A $2 Chinese keyboard purchased in 2014, still fully functional after years of heavy daily use, even for gaming and work.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #32 A $2 Chinese keyboard purchased in 2014, still fully functional after years of heavy daily use, even for gaming and work.

#33 An 88-year-old item that's still in working condition.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #33 An 88-year-old item that's still in working condition.

#34 A shoutout to Excel #11 blades for their durability. Purchased 15 years ago, and still have 27 left. Much sharper and more durable than Xacto blades.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #34 A shoutout to Excel #11 blades for their durability. Purchased 15 years ago, and still have 27 left. Much sharper and more durable than Xacto blades.

#35 My mom bought this clothes hamper for me when I was in 3rd grade. I'm now 28 and still using it, and my son enjoys playing with it too.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #35 My mom bought this clothes hamper for me when I was in 3rd grade. I'm now 28 and still using it, and my son enjoys playing with it too.

#36 This item, acquired by my mom 30 years ago, has stood the test of time.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #36 This item, acquired by my mom 30 years ago, has stood the test of time.

#37 Purchased for $10, this item still works like new.

Durable investments buyitforlife items that withstand the test of time - #37 Purchased for $10, this item still works like new.