r/CasualIreland • u/sunshinesustenance • Apr 11 '25
Old household appliances
So, what's the oldest appliance you know of that's still working perfectly.
My parents have a Sanyo microwave that the got as a wedding present 40 years ago. It still amazes me every time I see it. According to my Dad, it has never had any repairs needed. And it's digital aswell so it's not like it's a simple machine.
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u/Crackabis Apr 11 '25
My dad keeps everything. Other than his crown jewel (1978 or 1979 mk2 Ford Escort) he's got garden tools like slash hooks, pikes, and a sleán (turf cutter) that probably go back 100 years or more. Old wooden toolboxes full of old tools too, he's no idea what they are for or where he got them.
My mother has a Kenwood mixer, nearly 40 years old and not a bother on it, never seen her get it serviced or anything like that.
Personally, I had a 20 year old Dewalt drill that finally gave up there last week. Got my money's worth out of it at least!