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siler7 t1_jds26vj wrote

Reply to comment by Occhrome in My Aunt’s GE Spacemaker Coffeemaker from 1988, used nearly everyday since by ME5SENGER_24

This happens a lot with previously respected brands. By making high-quality products for a long time, they acquire a reputation for durability. Then the founder retires or sells the brand, and it's taken over by wolves. They start making things that look the same but use much lower-quality (read: cost) components. They make a lot of money off of people's habits, as the people who were loyal to the brand tend to take a long time to change their views and buying habits.

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Occhrome t1_jduei4c wrote

absolutely agree. the name of a company doesn't mean much anymore. i cant help be a little upset wit the original owners who sell the company knowing the next owners will butcher it and mis treat the workers.

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