I live in Duluth, MN and can recommend DT to anyone looking for solid long lasting gear. Super popular here amongst outdoor enthusiasts and city folk alike.

Of the brands mentioned, I think you can be choosey and find something that will meet the need. Single-piece leather construction boots... or as close as you can get to that... will be darn close to BIFL if not truly BIFL when maintained correctly. Choose good boot maintenance products with nontoxic qualities, keep your boots cleaned and well oiled to prevent water intrusion, and you should have a great pair for a very long time.

I personally sprung for Asolo boots a while back, and those look nearly as good as they did when purchased nearly 15 years ago. I use these to traverse hard ice, snow, mud, and everything in between. Manage the woodlot on my property. Scuff them against rocks on occasion when hiking too. They just keep going! They are thick leather, and with a thick pair of winter socks I've been comfortable down to -20F.

But you don't have to buy Asolo to get that, other companies also produce single-piece leather boots with minimal stitching. Remember, stitching = increased weakness in the material. Good luck!

Look in varusteleka, plenty of options and good quality.

Fitting guide is also accurate.

We avoid all plastic by using silicone and wooden tools. There is rarely a need for plastic to be in touch with food.

Our household's coffee grinder and blender are exceptions, but we haven't gotten around to upgrading those yet...

Arcteryx has a lot of quality parkas. Quite subtle branding too

Liberty tabletop flatware was a recent upgrade for us that’s definitely bifl. Cast iron similarly so, I’ve been very happy with our smithey.

Kennetrek Mountain Extremes, lifetime warranty and most comfortable shoe I've ever owned.

For me I stick to no plastics and no aluminum . I really try to but only stainless steel and cast iron . I’ve had no issues

I have an issue where my feet are right in between a M and L in their sizing so the mediums are a bit too tight and the larges are a bit too big.

I hate to be the asctually guy but.. Older iMacs are actually moderately easy to repair looking into you can even replace the gpu (mxm not pcie also it’s quite difficult ) with an newer model gpu all you need to get inside is a couple suction cups and wallah done

Danner are US made and hold up awesome. I have 3 pairs of boots and shoes and never had any issues. They also look great.

They’re still well made.

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Go with a Bosch for a mixer

Upkeep is part of BIFL, though…

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I bought the frozen range parka 2 years ago. Absolutely love it, zero regrets. Would do it again in a heartbeat.

Merry Christmas!

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I miss when they made more than just coats.

I absolutely agree. Staying in either position too long can be problematic. A desk that can do both gives you flexibility and encourages movement. For the sitting portion I actually have a wooden chair, something that I sit pretty upright on. I probably split my standing and sitting time 50/50.

I dropped a G on a herman miller aeron. best purchase i ever made. just do it and thank me later

Helly Hansen

I bought a very warm parka in 1998, before I learned the wonder of layers. It was my go to 98-2017. It’s still used on the worst days and up in the mountains.

Mountain hardwear.

caveat, I do not know their current quality. Hopefully some will chime in

If I had to get another, I’d look at Patagonia.

I don’t think I see Spiewak mentioned much here - not sure if it’s because people have quality issues with theirs, or, if it’s just a lesser purchased company. I’ve had a parka for 10 years and it’s still in great shape, perfect zippers and the fur liner for the hood is still fluffy