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popagram t1_j5v2aw8 wrote

Reply to Blue Light Blocking Lenses by bigpicnictable

Plastic eyeglass lenses have a colorless UV absorber in the lens material. If not, the lens will yellow after a few months of exposure to the sun. That doesn't stop the promotion of UV or blue light blocking lens material as having a benefit. Any additional UV protection is superfluous. Any blue light 'protection' is based on questionable science.

Ignore the attempts to empty your wallet.

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__Emer__ t1_j5v1jlt wrote

Reply to Another Dakine backpack! I begged my mom to buy, I think it was like 80 bucks 10 years ago. It even came with a pencil case that I still use! It's the only backpack I own. I use it for college, vacation trips, groceries etc. Looks brand new, only had to re-sew part of the zipper a couple months ago. by StarShoot97

We have a dakine(?) suitcase/bag on wheels with the same pattern. It’s been going strong for like 15 years being manhandled by luggagehandlers and being dragged through many trips

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Colombimbo t1_j5v0gtx wrote

Reply to BMW M leather jacket 40+ years old. I inherited it from my stepfather 20 years ago and wore it every year since then, like across fall & winter time. The zip is now broken, the color faded away but still - by far - my favorite jacket. by k7v1n

Since we're talking about leather jackets, I have one that I want restored. The outside looks fine but the inside is shredded up and I would like to get it redone if possible. Would anyone know how I could go about doing this?

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someguyontheintrnet t1_j5uzmh8 wrote

Reply to comment by igorek_brrro in BMW M leather jacket 40+ years old. I inherited it from my stepfather 20 years ago and wore it every year since then, like across fall & winter time. The zip is now broken, the color faded away but still - by far - my favorite jacket. by k7v1n

Leather conditioner will go a loooong way in keeping the leather supple, avoiding cracks, and generally extending the life of the leather. Polish with help maintain the appearance (color) and add protection from water, etc.

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elepuddnlily t1_j5uz6lp wrote

Reply to Eddie Bauer flannel sheets - does vendor make a difference? by pabo81

I literally just went through this. I wanted great flannel sheets and most review sites pointed to LLBean. But LLBean is only 5 ounces and I think Eddie’s is 7 or 8. Also Eddie has better patterns, LLBean is kinda boring. I went with purchasing directly from Eddie Bauer because they had the pattern and sizes I wanted and Amazon did not. They shipped the next day and I got them a few days later. Can confirm they are amazing and I don’t regret it one bit.

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kastabortettkonto t1_j5ux5xy wrote

Reply to Blue Light Blocking Lenses by bigpicnictable

No, not really. If you're worried about blue light from screens, use a red filter on them instead. If you're worried about "blue light" from the sun, it's nonsense, use UV- protection lenses instead

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Will_Winters t1_j5ut097 wrote

Reply to BMW M leather jacket 40+ years old. I inherited it from my stepfather 20 years ago and wore it every year since then, like across fall & winter time. The zip is now broken, the color faded away but still - by far - my favorite jacket. by k7v1n

That's awesome. Buy a quality leather cleaner and a quality leather conditioner. Don't buy all-in-one crap like Mequiers/Mother's/ArmorAll. Personally I'd use the 2 stage Leatherique Rejuvenate and Cleaner. Use a soft bristle shoe brush. You could make that look and feel much better (don't worry, it'll still have an awesome patina and vintage look.

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Zendayaisuglyaf t1_j5urq08 wrote

Reply to Another Dakine backpack! I begged my mom to buy, I think it was like 80 bucks 10 years ago. It even came with a pencil case that I still use! It's the only backpack I own. I use it for college, vacation trips, groceries etc. Looks brand new, only had to re-sew part of the zipper a couple months ago. by StarShoot97

Still have a black Dakine that I got right before going to college. It is still going and lasted 5 years of college constantly carrying books and then it got me through law school too only losing a zipper in the process.

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johnyyhopkins t1_j5un9ds wrote

Reply to BMW M leather jacket 40+ years old. I inherited it from my stepfather 20 years ago and wore it every year since then, like across fall & winter time. The zip is now broken, the color faded away but still - by far - my favorite jacket. by k7v1n

PLEASE CONDITION THIS JACKET! I agree, it's very very cool. I want that sucker preserved! If you don't condition, the leather will degrade at a higher rate due to drying out. And agree with others, tailor can replace zipper no problem.

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