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PoodleNet t1_jd5rszl wrote

I have the Croc nonslip shoes, which have been great. They’re completely waterproof, machine washable, and super comfy. Not sure about the warranty, but they’re pretty cheap comparatively. I’ve only had mine for ~6 months, but they’re doing a lot better than any other shoe I’ve worn behind the bar.

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JS_Thomas t1_jd5ogwj wrote

I use this Wahl trimmer every day. It's kind of pricey but it's held up for me for the last 2 years with no issues. I got if for $50 bucks at Target, but it looks like Amazon has them for around $65. (Considering inflation that's solid)

https://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-Lithium-Slate-Trimmer/dp/B07BB7B9H7?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

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PeterC18st t1_jd5hyop wrote

My philosophy is, if I’m gone for more than six days being checked luggage. If less than six days then only carryon.

I travel just as much as you and I’ve learned to have backups. I have 3 carryons, 2 over night bags, 2 checked bags, suit bag and a suite duffel bag. If I know I’m staying anywhere longer than my usual 6 days I bring my checked bag with me and a carry on and messenger bag. Having a double or backup is the solution here. 90% of my luggage is Briggs and Riley and I’ve had to use their repair service before. Though it may take a week or four to get my stuff back I have a backup ready to roll. I learned this the hard way of having to do a long term stint in the field and I didn’t bring any large luggage. So I lived out of my carryon. I then started my collection of luggage and if anything needs repair it gets sent out and I have the backup ready to do. American Airlines ripped my bag once and they repaired it for free just took 2 months to get it returned to me. I then said I need to get a backup and here I am with all the luggage listed above.

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AnOprahShapedDildo t1_jd5d8jh wrote

My personal experience, there’s no such thing as a solid shoe with a good warranty that is also comfortable enough for the service industry. I’ve been buying black puma tennis shoes and replacing them once every year or two for a very long time. Unless you want to wear heavy boots to work?

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