re: Buy once cry once: High quality items you spent decent money on that are worth it

Posted by BK Lounge

Member since Nov 2021

5338 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 2:15 am to LSUDad

Recently picked up a new leather backpack off Amazon.. for the last 10 yrs plus ive used a High Sierra nylon backpack which has held up ok.. but wow is this bag an upgrade.. it’s heavy (but not too heavy), has a great smell and the perfect amount of pockets/space.. havent used it yet but in the process of planning a trip now just so i can use it lol.. i live overseas so with shipping it cost me over $200.. id never heard of the brand but it had awesome reviews; im in my 40s so im hoping this is an investment, and the last backpack ill ever buy .

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Posted by LSUDad

Still on the move

Member since May 2004

62555 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 2:20 am to BK Lounge

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Recently picked up a new leather backpack off Amazon.. for the last 10 yrs plus ive used a High Sierra nylon backpack which has held up ok.. b

I’ll be in Mexico, in Decembe, a friend resoles my dress shoes. I’ve seen a few of these at his place. Might look at something close.

Posted by artompkins

Orange Beach, Al

Member since May 2010

6372 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 3:18 am to LSUDad

Matt Del Fatti holsters and belts

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Posted by bleeng

The Woodlands

Member since Apr 2013

4401 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 4:05 am to weagle1999

Primo XL smoker

Posted by Shanegolang

Denham Springs, La

Member since Sep 2015

4992 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 5:11 am to weagle1999

American made Fender Stratocaster

Posted by NoEmpathy

Member since Feb 2023

122 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 5:26 am to Tempratt

Generac is garbage, air cooled bullshite. May be good for a few short hours here and there. But when you need power for weeks without the headaches get the liquid cooled Kohler ftw.

Posted by wareaglepete

Union of Soviet Auburn Republics

Member since Dec 2012

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Posted on 11/14/25 at 5:27 am to Shanegolang

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Posted by GeauxTigers0107

We Coming

Member since Oct 2009

11004 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 5:30 am to weagle1999

My Ranger

Posted by NoEmpathy

Member since Feb 2023

122 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 5:50 am to weagle1999

Not a lot of fly fisherman here apparently.

Sage graphite rods
Thomas and Thomas bamboo rods

Posted by prplhze2000

Parts Unknown

Member since Jan 2007

58213 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 5:52 am to weagle1999

Barbour Jacket, saddleback wallet, Allen Edmonds shell McAllister boots, Mossberg 590a1 retro, rainbow vacuum

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Posted by GeauxTigers0107

We Coming

Member since Oct 2009

11004 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 6:04 am to NoEmpathy

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Not a lot of fly fisherman here apparently.

I am. Thus my post above. I just don't fly fish. Gotta post on the OB for anybody to know what you're talking about.

Posted by bmela12

Baton Rouge

Member since Mar 2009

438 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 6:26 am to weagle1999

I've been on quite the tool swap kick. Researching quality and replacing China. For example, channellock pliers, estwing hammers, milwaukee USA-made commercial power tools, etc.

Posted by soccerfüt

Location: A Series of Tubes

Member since May 2013

74897 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 6:31 am to tigahgurl

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I bought a Snap-On ratchet in 2012. Felt dumb paying $100+ for one tool, but it’s buttery smooth and hasn’t failed once. The cheap sets just don’t feel the same. That and a decent torque wrench = game changers.

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tigahgurl
Baton Rouge
Member since Oct 2009
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Pics?
(Not of the wrench)
TIA

Posted by Sho Nuff

Oahu

Member since Feb 2009

14032 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 7:06 am to weagle1999

Luggage can definitely be worth it. I got the TravelPro Platinum Elite large suitcase about 6 years ago and just recently had a wonky wheel. Brought it in and the guy replaced it same day no charge. He also did a little tightening on the handles.

My Briggs and Riley carry-on is a beast. It's more quality and more expensive than TravelPro for sure. When I eventually replace my large suitcase, I will likely bite the bullet and get a Briggs.

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Posted by dyslexiateechur

Louisiana

Member since Jan 2009

36479 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 7:11 am to Sho Nuff

My husband bought a very expensive Flint and Tinder waxed trucker jacket. Then he lost weight. Anyone need a Barbour jacket in a 3X?

Posted by WMTigerFAN

Ouachita

Member since Feb 2005

5000 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 7:13 am to weagle1999

House

Posted by TrueBaldPate

Member since Dec 2019

977 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 7:25 am to weagle1999

Beretta Silver pigeon 20 ga over /under
$1100 25 years ago was crazy money for a young man.
Now it cost $2600 depending on version.
Mine is as good a new and worth the high price, if lost it would buy another.

Posted by Traffic Circle

Down the Rabbit Hole

Member since Nov 2013

5024 posts

Posted on 11/14/25 at 7:47 am to weagle1999

A good divorce attorney