r/BuyItForLife • u/RossD123 a cool cat • Dec 04 '14
The Christmas season is upon us! The Sidebar Series Part Eleven. Post All Your Info on Buy it for Life Gift Ideas.
here is the BIFL Boot thread if you want to contribute to that.
here is the BIFL Clothing thread if you want to contribute to that.
here is the BIFL Bag thread if you want to contribute to that.
here is the BIFL KitchenWare thread if you want to contribute to that
here is the BIFL Tools thread if you want to contribute to that.
here is the BIFL Belts thread if you want to contribute to that.
here is the BIFL Beverage Container thread if you want to contribute to that.
here is the BIFL Knives thread if you want to contribute to that.
here is the BIFL Music Player thread thread if you want to contribute to that.
here is the BIFL Women's Gear thread thread if you want to contribute to that.
here is the BIFL Luggage thread if you want to contribute to that.
All of the BIFL brands, any suggestions, put it all out there!
Also, What else should we feature on the sidebar series, in terms of common [BIFL requests]?
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u/tablloyd Dec 04 '14
Opinel knives are a good choice for the <$20 category
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u/GeoBrew Dec 04 '14
I have a beautiful walnut handled one--very elegant. I have to say, though, that those wood-handled ones do not fare well in humid environments...the wood swells incredibly. http://www.amazon.com/Opinel-No-Walnut-Handle-Folding/dp/B000UH0RTC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1417663443&sr=8-1&keywords=walnut+opinel
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u/PriceZombie Bot Dec 04 '14
Opinel No 6 Walnut Handle Folding Knife
Current $16.95 High $16.95 Low $15.951
u/rundfunk90 Dec 04 '14
Yep, what I usually do if I have to wash it thoroughly is putting it in a warm oven for a bit or on the radiator. Works great but is a bit a pain in the ass.
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u/huffalump1 Dec 04 '14
Is it really BIFL? I have one and love it, but similar mugs like the updates Contigo Autoseal are nearly as easy to clean and hold temperature just as well.
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u/huffalump1 Dec 04 '14
I like it because the lid and sealing structure basically comes apart completely for cleaning. It also has metallic paint and is slim and cool. There's a locking mechanism, too.
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u/_mostlysunny_ Dec 11 '14
i've had mine for about a year with nearly daily use, and it is in amazing shape. my only complaint is that i have to remember to open it BEFORE i want to drink the coffee as it actually keeps it too hot to drink.
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u/StevesRealAccount Dec 13 '14
We got a Contigo Autoseal and can't seem to get the plastic smell out of it, which transfers to liquids in the taste, too. How did you get rid of it?
I tried the recommended method, which is soaking it in water that has baking soda dissolved in it overnight (did this more than once, actually).
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u/huffalump1 Dec 14 '14
Get a new one: https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/G/01/aplus/detail-page/contigo/westloop2_r2_c1-big.jpg
Much easier to clean. If the smell is stuck in it, try soaking in vinegar.
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u/StevesRealAccount Dec 14 '14
I will try vinegar, thanks - do you know how new the new one is? Ours is only about three months old...also, it seems less about how easy it is to clean, and more about the materials they used.
EDIT: just checked - ours is apparently not new enough.
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u/Lookseehear Dec 04 '14
Japanese kitchen knives. Tojiro make great reasonably priced knives. You can spend as much as you want on a Japanese steel knife but you don't have to spend a huge amount to get something that will hold an edge and slice extremely well.
I know a lot of people will say go for the Victorinox and I agree they are the best value but for a bit more you can get something you will really enjoy using (and will probably look after more as a result).
A UK link for where I purchased mine from about 4 years ago: http://www.nipponkitchen.com/acatalog/Tojiro_DP_Range.html
A US link: http://www.chefknivestogo.com/tojiro-dp-f-8081.html
Also another general tip on knives that can't be stressed often enough. You don't need a set of 7+ knives. You aren't likely to use many of them so just get a chefs knife (often called a Gyuto when looking at Japanese knives), a paring knife and a bread knife. This will cover 99% of what you need.
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u/pazhanjan Dec 24 '14
The Svord Peasant knife is quite a good non-locking folder knife. I've abused mine to no extent and its still going strong. It is also dirt cheap.
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u/rundfunk90 Dec 04 '14
Spyderco is a great knife brand, every single of them is high quality in my experience. Some are a bit cheaper of course, being made in China for example the Tenacious. They may not be beautiful but they are really practical and comfortable in the hand.
My favorite models: Paramilitary 2, Delica, Urban (not produced anymore sadly), Dragonfly.
Price range is pretty high for 'just a knife' but they are really worth it.
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u/tortnotes Dec 04 '14
Wetshaving gear can be BIFL, and can be a good gift for any guy with facial hair.
Straight razors are BIFL, but I wouldn't buy one for somebody who wasn't already interested. They're intimidating and require some care and maintenance.
Double edge safety razors are a good bet. Edwin Jagger, Merkur, and Parker are a few of the bigger manufacturers these days. Vintage Gillette razors are also a good choice. To make it truly BIFL, find something made of brass or stainless steel.
Added bonus: Both types offer a better shave than cartridges or electrics, and blades/soaps/etc are much cheaper than cartridges.
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u/zesty_zooplankton Dec 06 '14
DE shaving changed my life, no joke. I went from a $300 electric shaver to a $15 DE shaver with a 5-cent blade, and it was an upgrade as far as shaving experience.
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u/htric Dec 19 '14
Also, good gift for women!
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u/pikapithecus Jan 08 '15
+1 on DE safety razors for women. I use a Feather all-stainless model and expect it will last for decades (with blade replacement, of course). The knurled handle makes it nonslip in the shower.
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u/Ofenlicht Dec 04 '14
Recently got an armytek predator v2.5 pro flashlight and I am very happy with it. It is drop safe up to 11 yards and submersible up to 55 yards and comes with a 10 year warranty. There's also a torture test on YouTube if you are interested.
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u/MockSavage Dec 04 '14
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Dec 15 '14
I'm pretty sure you're actually a savage, not just a mock one.
Just click the "save" link. Then you don't annoy everyone.
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u/smaniott Dec 05 '14
There is a big list for buy it for life gift ideas.