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In the era of overconsumption, it’s rare to see people holding onto their belongings for an extended amount of time. For example, nowadays, an article of clothing is worn on average 7 times before being discarded. That’s not nearly enough to wear down a high-quality garment, which means we’re getting rid of perfectly fine things and contributing to pollution in the process. However, there are still some people who don’t mind the rugged appearance of their belongings and use them until they can no longer serve them, saving our planet from unnecessary waste. 

In today’s list, the Bored Panda team has gathered many of these instances to remind us all that if an item is old or has lost most of its visual appeal, it doesn’t necessarily mean we have to throw it away (as long as it’s functioning perfectly fine, of course). Scroll down to find dearly loved things that got worn over time below, and don’t forget to upvote the ones that impress you the most.

While you're at it, make sure to check out a conversation with Stacy Savage, founder of Zero Waste Strategies, an environmental consulting firm, who kindly agreed to share a few tips on how we can make our belongings serve us longer.

#1

This Dog Statue Is All Worn Out Where People Touch It

Dog statue at well showing signs of wear, polished by time.

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Heffalump
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Seeing that on a statue always makes me feel good. It tells me that the statue means something to people.

Cosmos in your eyes
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Same, except when you see the polished spots where people touch statues of women.

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jasper
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not worn out. "Nicely polished" is more like it!

Auntriarch
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even statue dogs need ear scritches

Julia Ford
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Seeing the pit all I can think of is “it puts the lotion in the basket!”

AnSi Bae
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

🤔 So that's what a shaved Bichon Frisé looks like!?!? 👧: "Precious! Here, precious! Come on, precious. Come to mama! Come on, precious! I've got a nice treat for you."

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BeKind&Rewind
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG I want this at a park near me!!!

Richard Iachetta
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's not worn out. The people who pet/rub the statue leave some body oils on it. That prevents the brass or bronze from tarnishing

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    #2

    Gilly And I Were Inseparable Since I Was Born, She’s 27 Years Old And Very Well Worn

    Colorful caterpillar toy contrasted with its worn-down version, showing the effects of time on belongings.

    I took her out of my closet the other day to show my 5 year old son and he cried when I showed him what she used to look like.

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    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's had some surgery over the years!

    Jane
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of The Velveteen Rabbit".

    Don't listen to me
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugh. No wonder he cried. Please give it a decent burial.

    Don Adams
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Treasured toy and memory, but now looks like a roided up tapeworm. Certainly save it in a memory box or some such, but search out a new onr for your child. And I e cream.

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    #3

    Our Local Barber Has Been In Business For As Long As I Can Remember. The Metal Floor Is Worn Down Where He Walks Round The Only Chair Each Day.

    Barber chair with worn-down floor, showing effects of time on people's belongings.

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    Paulina
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It kind of defeats the purpose of those non-slip pads 😅

    Stacy Savage, founder of Zero Waste Strategies, tells us that what inspired her to choose a more conscious and sustainable way of living is having firsthand experience with pollution.

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    "I grew up under the brown, hazy skies and rotten egg smells of southeast Texas where the oil and gas industry dominates the area’s regional economy. Both my parents and most of my extended family worked at these refinery plants, so I have firsthand experience with pollution," she shared.

    #4

    The Old Floor Of A Pizza Place Reveals Itself In Front Of The Counter

    Worn-down floor tiles show a path of different color and pattern amidst red and green squares, illustrating the passage of time.

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    Shelli Aderman
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful! They should get rid of the awful linoleum!

    Tim Douglass
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can pretty much guarantee that the whole floor, if exposed, will look pretty bad. It was probably covered because it was worn/damaged/remodeled to where it was ugly/unusable.

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    #5

    This Is A Real Knife That Is Used By The Fish Cutter At My Current Job. He's Been Using It For 35 Years

    A knife with a worn-down, aged blade and a partially stained handle lies on a white surface.

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    Marie
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's almost time to retire.

    JL
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe this is his calendar. When the blade finally goes, so does he.

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    Mary Kelly
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    in fairness, filet knives are very thin to start with

    Hellcaste's Wife
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bet he's amazing at his job

    BiggBoii
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and this kids, is how piano wires are born

    Marnie
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This never happens to me. I never sharpen my knives.

    Santiago
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It takes less than 20 minutes every month.

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    Squirrelly Panda
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandfather's favorite scallop and fish boning knife looked like this.

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    #6

    The Worn Path In The Middle Of This Old Wooden Boardwalk

    Weathered wooden boardwalk over marshland at sunset, showcasing wear and tear over time.

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    nomnomborkbork
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A lot of people seeking the peacefulness of this lovely place

    geezeronthehill
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most folks won't walk right at the edge. Would you?

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    "Seeing the tangible impacts of climate change enforces that every little action counts," she added. "Choosing a more sustainable lifestyle became less about necessity and more about wanting to be part of the solution. Plus, there's a rewarding sense of peace when you know you're contributing positively even in small ways."

    #7

    Way Too Long Braille Text

    Braille plaque with worn-down text, exemplifying people's belongings affected by time.

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    Ghosty McGhostface
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is brilliant you win the internet 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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    Santiago
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Horologion of Andronikos Known as the Horologion of Andronikos of Cyrrhus, The Tower of the Winds was built in the 1st century BC. It was designed by the astronomer Andronikos of Cyrrhus. The building served as both a timepiece and a meteorological station. It is an octagonal tower made of Pentelic marble, Circular in plan with a diameter of about 8 meters. Each of the eight sides corresponds to one of the eight principal winds. Relief sculptures on the tower depict these winds as human figures, With instruments indicating their respective directions. The interior was equipped with a water clock. During the Byzantine period and later, The tower was used as a church and subsequently, From the mid-Ottoman period until Greek independence, It served as a Tekke (monastery) for the Dervishes of the Mevlevi Order. The tower was fully uncovered in 1838-1839, When the Archaeological Society of Athens removed debris covering its lower parts."

    Lyop
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just skipped the middle!!

    #8

    My Cat's Toy After A Year Of Use

    Colorful toy showing wear from time; one side vibrant, the other faded and frayed.

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    Heffalump
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have a cat's toy that is recognisable after a year???

    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dog has a monkey which has now lasted 6 months. Normally, she tears things apart within a day or two. But this monkey is made of kevlar or something.

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    Lara Verne
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I gave my cats little mouse shaped toys, but they torn it to shreds after few weeks.

    Don't listen to me
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    8 months ago

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    Ugh again. Sure p***y will be fine with a new one.

    #9

    My Phone, Bought In 2015. I'm Still Using It. Not Far From Celebrating His 10th Birthday

    Worn-down Nokia phone showing keypad damage due to heavy use and time.

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    Robert T
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine how much of the world it has worn away!

    Hugh Crawford
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another 10 years, you might want to start looking for a charging cable

    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a flip phone for about 10 years. Who know how long it could have lasted if I hadn't lost it. Actually it could have been until last year when 3G was turned off.

    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol, I had a Noka brick that I kept for over 10 years. Looked a lot like this. I had bought used ones to cannibalize for parts even to just keep it going. I replaced the keyboard, the screen, and the camera at different points in its life. I really didn't want to get a smart phone

    Caroline Nagel
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a fifteen year old Nokia. Works just fine.

    Lara Verne
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got phone for my seventeenth birthday when I was in high school, back in 2007. It lasted 13 years. In 2020 I bought my current phone.

    Honey
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Leave it to a Nokia to outlast every other phone in existence.

    Kalevra
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its a Nokia. It will last through the nuclear apocalypse.

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    She's been in the sustainability industry, helping companies produce less waste for more than 20 years. So who better than her to ask for some advice on how to apply the zero waste strategies she offers to business in our own lives?

    But before we dive into it, we were curious to know if she agrees that people nowadays are replacing and discarding their belongings too often.

    #10

    In Machining We Use Brass Hammers So We Don't Damage Parts Made From Steel. We Get A New Hammer Every Year Or So

    Worn-down sledgehammers lined up, showcasing the impact of time on tools.

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    Scott Rackley
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yup. I have worn several down to nothing as a toolmaker. Copper, Brass, and Nickel.

    WindySwede
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I heard the Nickel one costs a few dollars now...

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    geezeronthehill
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The right hand example looks just like mine.

    Katherine Forest
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No you use brass hammers because they are intrinsicly safe.

    #11

    Grandma's Garden Knife

    Two knives on a textured surface; one with a red handle, pristine blade, and another with a purple handle, worn-down by time.

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    Bi.Felicia
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've never seen a garden knife, what specific gardening tasks are they used for?

    Santiago
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    New one wouldn't cost more than a few euros.

    David
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As you get older your joints ache and you don't want to dig as deep. /j

    #12

    Oven Brush After 20 Months In My Bakery

    New and worn-down grill brushes by Chef Master, illustrating the effects of time on people's belongings.

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    deejak
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All that brass went somewhere.

    David
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, but probably just the trash. I assume the brush is for scraping out crumbs and such, so all the sweepings between baking were likely dumped in the trash.

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    Zaach
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are warnings out about the fact that those metal brushes shed - they can enter your body by eating it in food OR work its way into your lungs via piercing the skin

    Uncle Panda
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the US, they've been trying to get rid of these for years. The brass bristles can penetrate intestinal walls. All night long.

    BeKind&Rewind
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is an oven brush and should I have one?

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    "You know, we live in a world that's driven by consumerism, always encouraging us to buy the latest and greatest. But I really think it's important for us to pause and consider the impact of replacing items so frequently," she told us.

    "Many belongings have a longer lifespan than we give them credit for, and by keeping them around a bit longer, we can reduce waste and make more mindful choices that are kinder to the planet."

    #13

    These Cooking Spoons Are 60 Years Old And Still In Use By My Mother

    Three worn-down wooden spoons with blackened tips show the impact of time in front of a pot of food.

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    Santiago
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    New ones cost less than 2€ a piece and will be far more hygienic. I cannot stand unhygienic cookware.

    BiggBoii
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    in our house those were weapons of A$$ destruction (being beaten with them)

    PataSata
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They're reached their optimal geometry. Even if not so old, we have and use some pretty old ones. In the picture, the left one has split, I would replace that one, but the other two are fine. For other commenters: yeah-yeah, blah-blah, get a new one then.

    Oops
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They got a nice patina . eek-

    Papa
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When a great-aunt died my sister bought a batch of metal spoons from the estate sale that were worn flat on one side from stirring food in her cast iron skillets.

    Lara Verne
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom has cooking spoons like these. No idea how old they are, but I think they're older than me.

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    #14

    The Original Key On My 1996 Subaru. 313k Miles

    Worn-down Subaru key showing signs of use over time, part of a keychain with multiple car keys.

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    Ace
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The lock and key mechanisms wear together - if the key is like that then you could just use anything that fits in the slot to turn the lock barrel..

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    Phil
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The key to my parents' old Buick looked like that. You could pull it out while driving down the road.

    Evelien Stijger Martens
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    3 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like my old one, i could take ot out while driving

    #15

    Same Ball, 3 Years Of Play Difference

    Worn-down blue dog toy ball compared to newer one, with a dog in the background.

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    oktopus
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One has to wonder where all the plastic matter has gone...

    Judy Reynolds
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Three years! My guy would have shredded it the first week!

    Oops
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where did all the stumps go`? I hope not into the dog.

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    "We also need to hold corporations accountable that produce items under 'planned obsolescence,' which calls for items to be designed for breakage or systems to be outdated quickly," she noted.

    Planned obsolescence is a purposeful strategy of designing products that break quickly or become no longer useful rather quickly. Businesses apply this idea to their practices to encourage sales without really thinking about the impact it has on our environment.

    #16

    I Grind My Teeth So Hard At Night That I’m Wearing Through My Night Guard

    Worn-down mouthguard on a textured fabric surface, showing the effects of time on personal belongings.

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    Canadian_Casey
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mouthguard is like this. So glad I have it and I am not doing that to my teeth.

    Marsha Hultberg
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    SAME. Have you tried SOVA? They make great, affordable night guards and are lovely people! USA Wrote to offer them kudos, they send me one gratis. 👍🏼

    #17

    My Cutlery Used To Be Gold-Coloured But Has Turned Iridescent Over Time

    Worn-down cutlery in a wooden drawer organizer, showcasing signs of age and use over time.

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    Farnzy
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They make iridescent sets I want so much!

    Maples Dad
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't buy as they don't hold up well after a few years. We have them.

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    Mary Kelly
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the dishwasher did you a favor!

    Todd Clark
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    2 days ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funny, I bought iridescent flatware and it turned gold after the first wash.

    Kathleen Pearlman
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My silver spoons have turned that color, too - from trying the "aluminum foil will make it shine as good as new" c**p...

    Sheena Leversedge Wood
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    much nicer. I always think gold cutlery is tacky

    Touhou Youyoumu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bismuth has entered the cutlery draw.

    Alewa
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are they safe to use for eating?

    Ace
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Titanium cutlery! Wow.

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    #18

    What Could The Password Be?

    Worn-down numeric keypad with faded keys.

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    Moriartea
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our hands are oily. Of course, there could be multiple combinations, but from knowing that the most oil in our hands is transferred to the first few buttons we press, as well as human thought processes and the nature of this post, im guessing #1234.

    Dream Pilot
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    from the wear of the buttons, 1342

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    146,410,000 Possible Combinations

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    To be more considerate of our planet, we should try our best not to buy into the planned obsolescence strategy that companies are selling and take better care of our things instead.

    "Taking good care of what we have is simple and effective. It starts with regular maintenance, like cleaning and storing items properly. Being gentle in how we use and handle our possessions goes a long way, too. It's about respecting the things we've invested in, and doing so can greatly extend their life, which can save us money and reduce waste in the process," Savage advised.

    #19

    My Boot Soles After Two Years Of Almost Daily Use In A Farm

    Worn-down soles of cowboy boots showing age and wear, illustrating the effects of time on belongings.

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    bookbuddy
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The one on the left is a farm chick looking at a newborn chick coming from its shell!

    Holly Herr
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Obviously putting more weight/drag on the right foot, so I’m assuming right handed also?

    #20

    Rip After Almost 20 Years Of Daily Use

    Worn-down green JanSport backpack showing frayed fabric and exposed seams, exemplifying belongings affected by time.

    This thing has been a high school bag, college bag, gym bag, take stuff to work every day bag, and it is my personal item when I fly (has to fit under the seat).

    It felt so unceremonious to just discard it, so I thought I would share it with someone folks that can appreciate it before I send it off.

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    Mary Kelly
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    send it back to jansport and they will likely replace for free

    Gizmo
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't throw it away! JanSport has a lifetime warranty, you just need to submit a claim and send them the backpack.

    Seadog
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Late 90s/early 2000s. We couldn't find a backpack that would last more than 2 weeks with our kids. They weren't rough or a*****e on them, it's just that none are made with any quality. Made no difference of the brand. We bought cheap ones, we bought name brand expensive one, and everything in between. Ironically the more we paid the worse the quality.

    AuntT
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s time to let go.

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    #21

    The Sleeve For My Mom's Work ID, She Said She Hadn’t Taken It Out In 10+ Years

    Worn-down ID card showing effects of time, held in hand near a desk with a cup and drawers in the background.

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    StPaul9
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    NO offence, but I'm expecting Pennywise the Clown to come out of that image.

    Don't listen to me
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well I'm expecting the slime monster to come crawling out of that thing.

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    Tommy DePaul
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    3 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's like dead skin cells, body oil, and who knows what else transferred from her thumb and index finger. Gross!

    Mahiera Etsuhae
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pro tip: Before putting your ID badge in one of these sleeves, cover the picture side with box tape. It will prevent this from happening. (source: personal experience)

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    And sometimes, all a dearly loved item needs is a little bit of mending - not us hurrying to throw it into a landfill. Learning some basic repair or repurposing skills can greatly prolong the life of our belongings.

    "It's amazing what a needle and thread can accomplish. I love repurposing items as well—an old ladder can become a stylish bookshelf, for example, or an old tire can be stuffed with fiber filling and upholstered to make a dog bed," Savage suggested.

    #22

    My Broom Is Getting A Bit Short

    Worn-down broom with green stitching shows signs of aging over time, against concrete and greenery background.

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    PataSata
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The funny thing is, it's still usable as a broom, just a bit less comfortable for "long distances", because of the probability of it causing back pain. And not because you can't travel with it farther in one go... Albeit it would be an interesting property in a movie or story.

    #23

    My Old Trowel I Use For Stonework And A New One

    Two trowels, one worn down by time, on concrete background.

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    deejak
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You waited a bit too long, don't you think?

    Holly Herr
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Interesting shape it’s turned into on the right.

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    8 months ago

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    #24

    Thought You Folks Might Appreciate The Wear On My Father-In-Law's Key Chain After Years Of Bumping Into The Dashboard

    A worn-down keychain with a detailed moose design, showcasing people's belongings affected by time.

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    "The key is to see potential in the old. Sometimes, just a fresh coat of paint or a new use for an old object can breathe new life into it. And remember, it's okay to ask for help or turn to online communities for creative ideas. I would recommend searching your local area for a “Fix-it Clinic” where tinkerers in the community gather, usually at a library, to mend broken items, such as jewelry and small electronics. There's a sense of pride and satisfaction that comes from creating something new from something old!" Savage said as a farewell.

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    #25

    Exact Same Model

    New and worn FELCO 910 leather holsters illustrating belongings worn down by time.

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    Maples Dad
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry but that's not the EXACT same model, unless the nails can move on their own.

    #26

    My Old 54 Mm Skateboard Wheels Next To My New 54 Mm Skateboard Wheels

    A hand holds two skateboard wheels, one new and one worn down by time.

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    Karl der Große
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I knew a guy who bought 100s of pairs of rental roller skates that the local rink was getting rid of. He thought polyurethane wheels were a fad that people would tire of once they saw how the steel wheels last longer. It was 1983.

    Ididthings
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't wait to see how worn down my cruiser board's wheels get after years of weekendly 7km outings.

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    #27

    10 Years Of Accidentally Dropping Keys

    Worn-down keys on a pegboard; close-up shows wood trim's wear over time.

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    #28

    Replaced The Cats’ Scratching Post

    Gray cat balancing on worn-down scratching post in living room with shelves in background.

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    Shelli Aderman
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They still prefer the old one…

    Lily M
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They more than likely love the box it came in too. lol

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    Ace
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's still years of use left in that...

    Melody Blake
    Community Member
    3 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I replace my cats scratching post about every 4 months.

    WubiDubi
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Obviously OP hid the box it came in.

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    #29

    7 Year Old Ice Scoop vs. Brand New

    Worn-down scoop on left, new shiny scoop on right, illustrating the effects of time on belongings.

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    #30

    The Amount Of Wear On This Disney World Hook

    Close-up of a worn metal door handle being turned by a hand, showing signs of age and use over time.

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    geezeronthehill
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be pointing that out to staff. Disney doesn't need more fatalities.

    Wendy
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's a Disney World hook?

    Camilla Koutsos
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A hook at an amusement park named Disney World…

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    #31

    Finally Replaced My Water Pressure Gauge

    Two pressure gauges on paper; one new, one worn-down by time.

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    David
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder why they replaced it. Looks like they still have about 70 PSI on the old gauge. /j

    #32

    Gate Wheel Carved Into Pier

    Worn-down wooden pier with a gate and a pigeon, showcasing the effects of time on people's belongings.

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    #33

    I've Worn These Shoes For 4 Months

    Worn-down brown leather shoe with visible scuff marks on the heel, showcasing effects of time on belongings.

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    Elizabeth Bennett
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You really should see a physical therapist, or a physiatrist, a chiropractor, or an orthopedic doctor. This problem will cause others as you get older that are much harder to fix than correcting your gait right now.

    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aiii, this hurts. This is not normal for just 4 months of wear. I easily walk 8 miles a day and wear my good boots from 3 years ago with no difference in height on the sides. Please see a physio so you can sort this out before it causes you lasting damage!

    Martin Ståhl
    Community Member
    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    depends on the wearers weight too, as a big guy i wear down shoes way faster... but in this case its multiple issues, bad walk that gets worsened

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    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You really need some orthotics!

    Don't listen to me
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They look like good leather shoes. At least get metal heel tips put on before you start using them?

    Donna Sempek
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No Chiropractor. Don’t ever let anyone manipulate you your spine

    Pyla
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, walking in fourth position isn’t good

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    #34

    The Area Of This Door Is Well Worn By People Unlocking It

    Rusty door hook with worn-down paint and deep grooves showing effects of time.

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    Cosmos in your eyes
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like it got the landlord paint special.

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    #35

    So A Few Weeks Ago I Posted About My Skate Shop’s Screwdriver That Was Used For Grip Tape On A Skateboard. Well After 7 Years Of Use, It Finally Broke Yesterday!

    A screwdriver worn down by time, with a person holding it in a skateboard shop.

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    Ididthings
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    2 skateboarding posts in the same thread?? bp you're spoiling me!!!

    #36

    Never Mute

    Worn-down remote control with faded buttons, showing effects of time and use.

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    Catherine Graves
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The exact opposite of mine, mute is my favourite button.

    UncleJon_TheMadScientist
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bought dad a new sound bar with an extra remote and within 2 years both remotes mute buttons are worn down to practically nothing... yea sineone hates commercials

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    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ours often has mute, but we never touch the blue button!! Never! Don't want that in my home.

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    #37

    Optometrist's Floor After Years Of Chair Rolling

    Worn-down floor beneath an office chair, showing the effects of time on people’s belongings.

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    David
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It actually doesn't take too long to start seeing damage. If you regularly sit in a roller style office chair in your home, get one of those plastic floor mats meant to go under desks.

    Santiago
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Natural wear and tear is attractive and easily repairable. However plastic is ugly, uncomfortable to use and does not degrade making it harmful to nature.

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    #38

    Finally Figured Out What My Comfort Object Used To Look Like

    Plush rabbit shows wear and tear over time; one new, one old and faded.

    Slept with this stuffed bunny pretty much every day of my life (I’m almost 30), he was a gift to my mom from a friend back in the 80s. I never knew what he looked like originally. Finally found a listing on eBay that shows his original state.

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    Charlie the Cat
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's not what it looked like originally. Look at the eyes.

    Kira Okah
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OP states that he has been heavily repaired over the years, the eyes have been replaced.

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    #39

    This Old Photograph Seems To Have Peeled Entirely Away Only Where The Fish Are

    Worn-down photo of people on corkboard, showing effects of time, with peeling surface and visible pushpins.

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    La fille à Rod
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so they won't lie about them sizes ever again!!!

    Pyla
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s the silver bromide reacting to the sun.

    Julia Ford
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like lines of c*****e.. or so I’ve heard.

    #40

    Scrub Daddy

    A natural sponge, worn down by time, showing a smiley face shape on a speckled countertop.

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    #41

    The Amount Of Wear Level Difference Between New And Old Brake Pads

    Worn-down brake pad comparison highlighting the effects of time on belongings, held in a gloved hand.

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    #42

    My Photochromic Lenses Developed Hexagon Shaped Holes After 10 Years Of Daily Use

    Worn-down glasses showing signs of aging held in hand.

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    JacPot
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How does his happen? Do you have laser beams coming from your eyes?

    B Hobbs
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just a guess, maybe they lay their glasses lens down when not wearing them and the coating has worn away?

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    Tim Douglass
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How does anyone get 10 years of use out of a pair of glasses? Mine have so many scratches after just one year I have to replace them or suffer major headaches.

    Paulina
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You gotta change your habits is my guess. Probably how you store and/or clean them. No proper glasses should last only a year...

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    #43

    I'm So Grateful I Bought Into The Docs For Life Scheme. Worn For Two Years Every Day, Soles Worn Down Flat, Identical Replacement Pair Arrived Today

    New and worn-down boots side by side, illustrating belongings affected by time.

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    Existing
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only 2 years? Have docs really gotten that bad? I’ve had mine for over a 30yrs. Had the heal fixed from wear and tear but still good. These boots have seen things.

    AsylumWalker
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Docs split with the old british company who used to make them and moved yo asia, the quality is s**t now and they dont last

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    Tommy DePaul
    Community Member
    3 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you want them to last longer buy 2 identical pair and alternate. You will get more than 2x the total wear out of them. Shoes need to air out between wearings.

    #44

    I Gave My Dad This Batman Wallet 10 Years Ago, I Was Like 4 Or 5 Years Old And I Got It In Preschool. He Uses It To This Day

    Worn-down Batman-themed wallet showing signs of use over time.

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    Dorothy Reiser
    Community Member
    Premium
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your dad loves you.

    Jan Rosier
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My son gave me a painted brick (even 'papa' painted on it) when he was in kindergarten, for father's day. 20+ years onward, still on my desk being used as the penholder it was intended for.

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    #45

    Brand New Teeth For Excavator Bucket (Also Old Worn Tooth For Comparison)

    Worn-down excavator tooth compared to new ones, showing the effects of time on belongings.

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    Tempest
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They look like duck heads with one fossilised ancestor.

    #46

    The Way The Surface Of The Board Is Worn On Top Of The Footsteps At Local Playground

    Worn-down climbing wall with faded surfaces, showcasing the effects of time on playground equipment.

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    #47

    My Debit Card That I Used Until It Expired

    Worn-down credit card with a faded surface, showing effects of time.

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    Kalevra
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did OP keep it in a 3000 Grit Wallet?

    jasper
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How does it even get like that?

    Ididthings
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    rubbing against other cards in a wallet.

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    #48

    My Old Hat Hat And My New Hat Hat Hat

    Two worn baseball caps side by side, showing the effects of time on their fabric.

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    #49

    This Map At A Pediatrician’s Office Near DC Is Worn Down From Parents/Kids Pointing At Where They Live

    Map showing North America with faded colors, illustrating the wear of time on the belongings.

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    Tim Gibbs
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Trump says it needs updating 🤣🤣

    #50

    My Father's Rosin After 10 Years Of Playing Cello

    Worn-down violin rosin on a Gustave Bernardel cloth, showcasing the effects of time on belongings.

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    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very different to ballet dancer rosin! (A big box of powder for your pointe shoes.)

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    #51

    This Convenience Store Wear Path

    Worn-down counter with a curved mark, illustrating the effects of time on people’s belongings.

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    Shelli Aderman
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sliiiide to the left, now sliiiide to the right. 🎶

    Ace
    Community Member
    Premium
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🎵Let's do the timewarp again

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    #52

    This Honolulu Stop Sign Bleached By The Sun

    Worn-down stop sign at street intersection, showing effects of time with faded lettering and bent post.

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    Kalevra
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun Fact. That stop sign is no longer legal and therefore no longer have to stop. I.E. You can probably fight it in court and win.

    Zaach
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Any time you see a void spacde on outdoor signs, the sun has faded the red color - red burns out very easily

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    #53

    My Coworker At The Library Noticed This While Checking In Books

    Children's book page shows a yellow monster and a blue monster laughing, depicting a story about scratches and buttons.

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    #54

    My 20 Year Old Toy Phone And My Daughters Brand New One! Both Fisher Price

    Two Fisher Price toy phones; one worn by time, the other new.

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    CousinFish
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably the only dial phone this baby will ever see.

    #55

    My Friend Has Worn The Same Shoes All The Time Since I Met Him In High School. I Saw These When I Went To His House For A Fourth Of July Party Last Night

    Worn-down checkered shoes stacked on a wire shelf, showcasing time's impact on people's belongings.

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    deejak
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you find something you like, stick with it.

    #56

    This Penny That Was Stuck In A Washing Machine

    Worn-down coin from the United States of America on a wooden surface, illustrating the effects of time on belongings.

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    A C
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Money laundering 😅

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    #57

    Gaussian Distribution Of Usage Marks At My Local Gym

    Stacked gym weights showing wear from time and use.

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    #58

    Identical Shoes - One Year Of Wear vs. New

    Worn-down brown shoe contrasted with a new brown shoe, illustrating the passage of time on belongings.

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    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It wouldn't take a whole lot of work to get them to match. That's the wonderful thing about leather.

    #59

    Old Dog Brush vs. A New One

    Worn-down pink grooming brush next to a new blue one, showing effects of time on belongings.

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    A girl
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These things are awesome. My dog sheds his winter coat profusely. These really help keep the dog hair tumble weeds in the house to a minimum.

    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They are! They do the job well and they never hurt

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    #60

    ATM In China Shows The Fear Of 4

    Worn ATM keypad with faded buttons showing signs of time.

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    Dorothy Reiser
    Community Member
    Premium
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yup. It means death.

    XenoMurph
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All my dogs had 4 legs. and they all died. Maybe it's true.

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    cugel.
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait until they hear about rectangles.

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    #61

    Maple Fretboard Finish Worn Down

    Close-up of a guitar neck with worn-down frets showing the effects of time on belongings.

    Yes, I know I’m a bad person for lettting things get this far. Love this guitar and have had it for decades (late eighties MIJ Strat).
    Would this worn finish require a refret (I’m assuming the frets would be removed, the whole fretboard sanded down and refinished and then refretted and might as well do new nut)?

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    Ace
    Community Member
    Premium
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like the frets themselves are quite worn too, but if you're not getting any buzzing I'd probably just leave them as they are for the time being. Otherwise yes, complete refurb of the neck.

    Bob Jones
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plays a lot of blues in the key of E

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    #62

    My Best Friend’s Well-Loved, No-Name, No-Pigment, Walmart-Special Pallet, 5 Years Later

    Worn-down makeup palette showcasing the effects of time with faded colors and empty pans.

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    #63

    15 Years Of Faces

    Cardboard cutouts of movie characters showing signs of wear and tear over time.

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    Jan Rosier
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    eeeww. both back AND front are eeeww.

    Lara Verne
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jacob had to get neck brace.

    #64

    Replaced My Mom’s Gardening Gloves For Mother’s Day This Year

    New glove beside a worn-down glove, illustrating the effects of time on people’s belongings.

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    #65

    The Path My Elderly Neighbor Has Made To The Smoking Area Over Time. She Is The Only One In Our Apartment Complex Who Smokes

    Path in grass worn down by frequent use, leading to a shed amidst greenery.

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    #66

    This Tree Is Worn From People Sitting On It

    Worn-down tree trunk shaped by time, bending sharply near the base, with bare trees and leaves surrounding it.

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    ZovThePhoenix
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like such a nice place to read a book for a few hours📖

    #67

    My Grandmother’s Cast Iron Skillet Is About 60 Years Old. She’s Used It So Much The Bottom Is Smooth

    Worn-down cast iron skillet showcasing the effects of time and frequent use.

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    Spittnimage
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All skillet bottoms are smooth from new; never seen one that wasn't. 🤔

    Kiss Army
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is cast iron. It is usually the same texture as you can see on the handle.

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    #68

    Bottle Cap Wall Art At A Dive Bar Rusting Away From From The Water Spray Of A Hand Dryer

    Hand dryer on a wall of bottle caps with worn-down plaster beneath, showing time's effect on belongings.

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    #69

    My Cat’s Collar After One Year Of Use

    Worn-down blue collar next to a new blue collar, illustrating the effects of time on belongings.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Make sure you have the one that snaps open if they get stuck! (I think this one is like that)

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    #70

    The Way Diatomaceous Earth Has Worn Away This Stainless Steel Chute

    Metal surface with a hole showing signs of wear and tear over time, illustrating the effects of prolonged usage.

    This is a 10 ga stainless steel (0.135" thick) chute in a food processing plant. Diatomaceous earth is run through this chute, which has made these very unusual wear patterns. When you take a cutting wheel, grinding disc, sanding pad, etc to a piece of stainless, you never get these weird ridges and shapes. I'm actually still confused about how it seems to wear layers, as I didn't think there were layers in stainless. It's not a laminated material.

    Also, diatomaceous earth extremely fine. It acts as an abrasive, but it's about as fine as corn starch, so it's impressive how much of the metal has worn away.

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    #71

    I’ve Made A Lot Of Mistakes In My Life

    Worn-down eraser next to a new Pink Pearl eraser showing time's effects on belongings.

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    #72

    Worn Out Marks On The Floor Show The Rule Of Thumb For Using A Urinal

    Three white urinals on a tiled wall, floor showing signs of wear from time.

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    #73

    Wallpaper In A Restaurant, Worn From People Leaning Against The Wall

    Worn-down wooden table with benches beneath a floral patterned wall and a hanging lamp above.

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    Mary Kelly
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that's not wear...that is grease and filth from people leaning against the wallpaper...yuck!

    #74

    You've Worn Out Your Welcome

    Worn-down house facade with green paneling, faded "Welcome" sign, and weathered plants in a window box.

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    #75

    I Absolutely Love Old Bars Of Europe. It Just Hits Different

    Worn-down stone threshold at a bar entrance, illustrating the fascinating effects of time on people's belongings.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "the threshold? We bought that from a church..."

    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You should see some of the pubs in York!

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    #76

    The Difference 8 Years Of Daily Use Makes

    Two identical office chairs showing signs of wear over time, with faded and worn surfaces.

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    #77

    I Might Keep My Yellow Worn Out Pillow For The Rest Of My Life

    Worn-out yellow pillow alongside a newer beige pillow, showcasing how belongings get worn-down by time.

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    Heffalump
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or you can, you know, wash the pillow. Maybe then women will come and stay.

    Vanessa Steis
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I replaced my boyfriends old lumpy pillow (he knew beforehand),didn't want a new one, but does now love his new fluffy pillow. At some point a pillow (blanket,mattress etc) needs replacement.

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    Mary Kelly
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    these pillows are the reason the women go

    #78

    Olu Kai. I Have Worn These Every Day, For Hours, For 6+ Years. Walk, Ride Boards, Worked, Beach Use. Like Really Hard Use And The Only Thing Worn Out Is The Neoprene

    Worn-down black sandals on a colorful rug, showcasing the effects of time on people's belongings.

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    Tommy DePaul
    Community Member
    3 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reef flip flops are the same. They'll last for 6+ years but they don't look worn like these do.

    #79

    My Friend’s Favourite Jeans Back Pocket, Where She Always Keeps Her Phone

    Worn denim jeans with a frayed pocket and small hole, showcasing belongings getting worn-down by time.

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    Lowrider 56
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember when the whole Skoal can outline on guys back pockets.

    whiterabbit
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where I live this is still very common, all my bf's jeans have them

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    Anna Purnell
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminder to NOT carry your phone in your back pocket when you are anywhere there is pickpocketing.

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    #80

    12 Year Old iPod Compared To A Fully Restored One

    Worn-down iPod next to pristine one, highlighting effects of time on belongings.

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    #81

    The Asphalt At The Bus Stop Has Slowly Been Pushed Into Grooves, Over The Many Years Of Use

    A road showing wear from time with grooves and marks near a suburban street.

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    Tim Douglass
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Takes one summer in a lot of places.

    #82

    Worn Through Enamel Of A Public Toilet

    Worn-down toilet seat showing signs of aging and time, with visible discoloration and wear.

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    Ace
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's not enamel, it's just paint on a wooden (or maybe plastic, but why would it br brown underneath?) seat.

    #83

    After Several Years Of Faithful Service, It's Time To Retire My LEGO Robot Keychain

    Two Lego robot keychains, one with colorful details and one worn-down over time, on a blue background.

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    #84

    Surface Pro Type Cover After 2 Years Of Daily Use. Still Works

    Worn-down laptop with keyboard showing signs of time, highlighting people's belongings aged by use.

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    Nicole Weymann
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "2 Years Of Daily Use" for what? Chiselling exercises??

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    #85

    Is There Any Way I Can Figure Out The Date On This Worn Coin?

    A worn, smooth coin in a person's hand, illustrating belongings worn-down by time.

    This is one of two coins my GFs granddad had carried around for years. The other one he wore paper thin but this one we can still make out some details on the front and back but I can’t make out any dates. Is there anything I can do to bring out any resemblance of a date?

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    Lexi
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is an acid that could do that, it's used by law enforcement when numbers have been filed off car frames and other metal items. Not sure what it's call or if it's publicly available though.

    Billo66
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it was cast, probably not. If it was stamped, maybe. There is an acid and lighting technique that may bring out the different density of the metal from the pressure of stamping.

    #86

    Shirt I Sleep In Since I Was 15

    A worn-down T-shirt with faded print and several holes, showing signs of wear over time.

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    Lyop
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let it go. Let it gooo!!

    whiterabbit
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah, its still got a good 2 or 3 years left in it before it becomes more hole than shirt.

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    Tommy DePaul
    Community Member
    3 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet you masturbate with your right hand. IYKYK

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    #87

    Ear Pads Of Headphones Turned Brown After 12 Years Of Use

    Worn-down headphone cushions on a keyboard, showing the effects of time on belongings.

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