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I have this vague idea of starting a "buy it for life" type store, everything with a 10+ year warranty, plus required maintenance stated clearly for each product. Sell tools, clothing, kitchenware, appliances, whatever.

Is there anywhere like that already? I'm in New Zealand but I'd like to hear about international examples even if I couldn't shop there.



I think Manufactum is the most similar thing out there, yet still far from perfect. They focus too much on old looks vs quality.


Manufactum (if you talk about the German company or division) sells mainly feel good stuff. I bought some and I wouldn't classify it as high quality items. They generally have a very good finish, that's it. I certainly wouldn't shop there for high quality.


Thanks, Manufactum looks great. As you say though, everything looks plenty solid and reliable, but as far as I can see they don't state any sort of actual warranty/guarantee.


I think it was called "Sears"...




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