Comment on Some things were better in the good old days
OwOarchist@pawb.social 1 week ago
Adjusted for inflation, they also cost ~$3,000 each.
If you want a simple, basic, but very reliable appliance and are willing to pay $3,000 for it, there are brands existing today that will sell one to you.
(Or, you know, just buy some old used ones and make minor repairs if necessary.)