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Proctor Silex Toaster

by Proctor Silex

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A classic two/four-slice electric toaster from Proctor Silex, a long-running American small-appliance brand.

Why it's buy-it-for-life

Redditors report Proctor-brand toasters running strong for decades with no signs of quitting — the OP's family unit still works after ~25 years, and commenters describe their own Proctor toasters still toasting reliably after 50-60 years of use.

What redditors say

Recommended on reddit as recently as June 2025

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    r/BuyItForLife post

    The proctor Silex toaster that my family has had since the early 00's.

  2. 2
    r/BuyItForLife comment

    My folks have a Mary Proctor chrome toaster that is 60yrs old. It still toasts toast, better than any toaster, I've ever used..

  3. 2
    r/BuyItForLife comment

    I have a stainless steel proctor for two slices going on 50 years!

toaster long-lasting vintage family-heirloom

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