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JFoxxification t1_je6tffz wrote

Reply to Muck boots are amazing. by ExtraordinaryMagic

Really nice and I’ve gotten a few pairs. Not BIFL though. Had a pair last me through 4 months of winter into spring before they came apart and leaked at the arch. Company did send me a new pair though.

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NorthernPearl t1_je6scyb wrote

Reply to Muck boots are amazing. by ExtraordinaryMagic

Incredible boots. I own this exact pair and have put them through some rough conditions through all four seasons for about 3 years consistently. They had an unfortunate run-in with some unearthed barbwire fencing that snagged the boots and tripped me. I repaired them and my Wetlands are still going strong.

I can imagine if you're using these for gardening or light use, they would definitely be pretty close to BIFL. If not, they are still the most comfortable and functional boots I own. Would not hesitate to purchase a second pair when/if needed.

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Lt_muckety_muck t1_je6rya7 wrote

Reply to comment by psimian in Stainless steel Gator french press by flames_32

All of this is true, but you actually have to do it. I use the Coffee Gator insulated press, and it's just easy. Usually I pour the hot water, take the press and a cup back to my desk, start a zoom meeting, and press/drink/refill my cup throughout the meeting.

Depends on the kind of person you are. If you're thinking, "why are you so lazy? Just get the thermos." Then get a thermos. If instead you're thinking, "oh yeah, one extra step, I probably won't do it most of the time, and then I'll have to clean another thing." Then get the insulated press.

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thatguyned t1_je6pq6d wrote

Reply to comment by psimian in Stainless steel Gator french press by flames_32

It looks like stainless steel double insulation French presses are becoming a common thing, just had a google.

The one thing I can't figure out is why it's not common to have a way to remove the grounds but keep the liquid in the press to take advantage of that insulation.

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Pointy_End_ t1_je6pbh9 wrote

Reply to Looking for a New T-Shirt Brand with Great Quality and Fit for Slimmer Body Types - Recommendations? by No-Neighborhood205

I can’t suggest a brand, but I can offer a possible solution. It’s also not a practical solution for most people. But, it’s worth considering if you have a perfect fitting piece of clothing that you can’t replace.

You could clone your T-shirt. Just search YouTube for “cloning clothing” and you’ll get plenty of tutorials. Obviously you’ll need to be comfortable with using a sewing machine or know someone that is, but it’s relatively easy to do.

It’s definitely limited to DIY though, as I suspect asking a local tailor to do this would be costly.

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Coloradoexpress t1_je6mukh wrote

Reply to Muck boots are amazing. by ExtraordinaryMagic

My dad has worn them for years, and they are hardly bifl.

They are good boots, but they aren’t really reparable.

As a side note, I have a pair of reed boots that I’ve been really happy with, but again, this style of boot isn’t bifl.

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atomic_mermaid t1_je6lk7p wrote

Reply to Muck boots are amazing. by ExtraordinaryMagic

How long have you had them? I had a pair I wore very occasionally and they lasted me forever. The minute I started wearing them at least twice a day to walk the dog in the rubber sole starting splitting and cracking. I wish they were BIFL!

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waehrik t1_je6lgke wrote

Reply to Removing rust from Oneida knives by NoAdministration8006

Metal Rescue. It's non-toxic and citric acid based. As long as you get enough to completely cover the knives, just leave them in for a day and all rust will be completely gone. I used to do a bunch of bike restorations and it's like liquid gold for reusing old fasteners and small parts that are unobtainable now.

Of course it doesn't remove pitting, so any substantial rust removed will leave a textured surface. When you're done, put it back in the jug and use it again next time. It lasts a really really long time.

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