Since this is a forum for us tight asses I am wondering what's our attitude towards buying second-hand, including Op shops? And the reason?
I myself will search second-hands forums if I need/want electronic products. The reasons being they are less prone to fail if they functioned well in a reasonable time. Some time if I snatch a bargain I can sell it later with no or little financial loss. Perfect examples are phones, computers, monitors, camera and lenses. But I wouldn't buy personal items from strangers such as clothes, shoes, etc., unless given by friends and relatives.
Pre-owned goods are so underrated. So many good bargains to be had in 2nd hand market.
Recently bought a router for $50 that retails for $250, barely had 9 months use.
Also bought a fridge for $300 that retails for $900, and again was barely 1 year old.
Could easily furnish a 3 bed house for under $1400, including beds, lounge, tv, washer and fridge, with decent items from 2nd hand market.
Although would prefer a $200 new phone than something 2nd hand. Phones can be cleaned but they're still kind of gross with the pathogens and grime they can accumulate. Plus their battery life and speed tends to decline.