Built to last, apparently
This is one of these days where I don’t see very much. A hazy shade of winter, if you will. We have been trying to turn back the clock on some previously-owned technology. Learn about the specs, and my own specs aren’t enough. No matter.
My point is that information on any given article of technology can disappear from view. The good stuff will keep a running history, but sometimes you will have to guess. I still have my second camera. The first was an example of East German engineering, which meant that after a year, it was done with me. The second camera came from a decent Japanese factory, back in 1973. In the absence of a fresh roll of Tri-X, I will wager that the cameras still works flawlessly. I can hear it. And on a related note, I still have the original brochure. If ever someone decides to make a museum exhibit, I have it all. My money was well spent.
There are other “old” assets around here. I figured out that quality might cost more, but the benefits are clear. Need an old radio? Or certain musical instruments? How about sweater from a half century ago. I have all of those things. Guess I am really just a mature pack rat. I do not collect plastic cutlery, which also has a long shelf life. I liked my hamburgers in paper wrappers, thank you. Obviously, I favor old technology, over disposables. A lifestyle choice. As for that old sweater, there aren’t many moths that eat polyester and cotton blends in this house.
