Blunt

Why r/BuyItForLife recommends Blunt

28 mentions from real owners

• #1Dec 6, 2025

  [Request] Looking for a high quality and compact sun shade umbrella

  blunt is a tank for wind but if heat sensitivity is the main issue, i'd look at uv blocker for the next trip. blunt uses thick fabric which is great for durability but it absorbs heat. the uv blocker ones have a patented silver coating that reflects it. makes it about 15 degrees cooler underneath. blunt is stylish but for pure heat protection the silver stuff wins.

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• #2Dec 5, 2025

  Who makes good umbrellas?

  putting out a research here - went through the same cycle of buying new ones annually until i switched to a different approach the issue with most golf umbrellas (even expensive ones) is they're designed for RAIN, not dual-purpose. here's what i learned: why golf umbrellas break: 1. solid canopy = catches wind like a sail (even vented ones can flip) 2. absorptive fabric = traps heat when used in sun, degrades material faster 3. single-purpose design = you end up needing separate rain + sun umbrellas what worked for me: switched to UV-Blocker golf umbrella (62" arc) because: - vented mesh system - wind passes through, not just vents at top - reflective fabric - bounces heat away (vs absorbing), extends material life - dual purpose - rain protection + sun/heat blocking (UPF 55+) - fiberglass frame - flexible, doesn't bend permanently like cheap metal durability test: i've had mine 3+ years, daily use (i walk to work rain or shine). zero frame issues, fabric still intact, no fading the tradeoff: - cost: $70 (mid-range, not cheap but not davek/blunt prices) - warranty: 1 year (less than davek's lifetime) - aesthetics: only silver/blue (no fashion colors) - brand awareness: virtually none (not on anyone's radar) why it's lasted: the reflective coating isn't just for UV - it prevents heat degradation of the fabric. regular black umbrellas absorb heat → material breaks down faster → shorter lifespan also MIF (melanoma international foundation) approved if you care about sun protection, which i do as a daily user not saying it's definitively BIFL (only 3 years in) but it's outlasted 5+ "good" golf umbrellas i burned through before for pure rain, davek or blunt are probably better status picks. for daily all-weather use, this(uv-blocker) has been solid!!

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• #3Dec 5, 2025

  [Request] Looking for a high quality and compact sun shade umbrella

  blunt is a tank for wind but if heat sensitivity is the main issue, i'd look at uv blocker for the next trip. blunt uses thick fabric which is great for durability but it absorbs heat. the uv blocker ones have a patented silver coating that reflects it. makes it about 15 degrees cooler underneath. blunt is stylish but for pure heat protection the silver stuff wins.

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• #4Dec 3, 2025

  [Request] Looking for a high quality and compact sun shade umbrella

  blunt metro is solid but FYI if heat reduction is the priority (not just UV blocking) you might want to look at reflective fabric umbrellas vs the standard polyester blunt uses i switched from blunt to UV Blocker after realizing most UV umbrellas block radiation but still trap heat underneath. the difference is reflective coating (silver fabric) that bounces IR radiation away vs absorbing it worth considering if your gf is heat sensitive specifically vs just UV sensitive

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• #5Oct 4, 2025

  Umbrella (Davek or Blunt)

  I got the Blunt Metro for my wife and she likes it a lot. Hard to vouch for the wind either way, but it's held up well over the last few years. When deciding between Davek and Blunt, my impression was the cost difference to get the Davek wasn't worth it. But I expect both are good/great umbrellas.

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• #6Oct 3, 2025

  Umbrella (Davek or Blunt)

  I have a few blunts and they are really good quality. I don’t know about wind cause my city isn’t too windy and I never use an umbrella in the wind anyway.

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• #7Sep 2, 2025

  Do we value things more when we pay more for them?

  Coming from poverty I valued every umbrella I had as a kid, and each one of them were stolen by classmates. When I was financially stable enough I would spend good money on umbrellas but they still broke, until I came across Blunt and my wife and I gave had ours for close to ten years now i think! She left hers in a restaurant in holiday and I had to call them before they opened and collect it the next day! Pens I also struggled to not have my cheap ones stolen, but I got so many cheap pens at work that I never cared for them either. Then one day I decided to get a pack of gel ones and put one in every bag I own!

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• #8Aug 11, 2025

  What’s one item you think should be built to last, but never is?

  NZ Blunt umbrellas...nuff said

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• #9Aug 10, 2025

  What’s one item you think should be built to last, but never is?

  Have had 5 Blunts and a Davek for many years, not a single issue with any of them. Bonus, Blunts are also repairable.

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• #10Aug 10, 2025

  What’s one item you think should be built to last, but never is?

  Search for Blunt umbrellas, they are made to withstand strong wind

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• #11Aug 9, 2025

  What’s one item you think should be built to last, but never is?

  Story time - use to have a beautiful robust umbrella. Had to leave it at the kids school entrance one day at pickup and came back to find someone stole it. I was devastated. Spent the next 3 months researching umbrellas for a replacement and now have 4 Blunt umbrellas - 2 long ones and 2 short ones. They’ve lasted 10+ years in the UK, Asia and NA. Would buy again!

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• #12Aug 9, 2025

  What’s one item you think should be built to last, but never is?

  Get yourself a Blunt umbrella - definitely the most BIFL option around in the category IMO

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• #13Aug 9, 2025

  What’s one item you think should be built to last, but never is?

  Amazon.com: Blunt Metro Travel Umbrella – 39” Windproof Umbrella, Compact Umbrella for Wind and Rain, Portable Design for Car & Commute, Heavy Duty, UV Protection - Orange : Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry Amazon.com | totes Titan Automatic Open Close Windproof & Water-Resistant Foldable Umbrella, Black | Umbrellas Amazon.com: DAVEK SOLO UMBRELLA (Classic Black) - Quality Windproof Travel Umbrella with Automatic Open : Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry Amazon.com: Weatherman Umbrella - Collapsible Umbrella - Windproof Umbrella Resists Up to 55 MPH Winds (Sage) : Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry

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• #14Aug 9, 2025

  What’s one item you think should be built to last, but never is?

  Everyone in New Zealand uses blunt umbrellas

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• #15Aug 9, 2025

  What’s one item you think should be built to last, but never is?

  Try a Blunt umbrella or a serious golf umbrella.

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• #16Aug 9, 2025

  What’s one item you think should be built to last, but never is?

  You should try blunt umbrellas

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• #17Jul 11, 2025

  Blunt umbrellas: for life or for next month?

  We've got a Blunt Classic. Honestly I can't imagine how this thing would wear out. It's a reasonably larger size so good for home, car use (not the more compact type). Metro is smaller/more portable, but they have the same solid mechanisms for the umbrella opening action. Bulletproof.

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• #18Jul 10, 2025

  Blunt umbrellas: for life or for next month?

  Blunt is awesome, I would highly recommend. The only umbrella you will ever need 

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• #19Jul 10, 2025

  Blunt umbrellas: for life or for next month?

  I’ve got two ten-year old Blunts. Never had an issue

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• #20Jul 10, 2025

  Blunt umbrellas: for life or for next month?

  I really like mine. For life? I can't say. I've had it for half a dozen years though.

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• #21Jul 9, 2025

  Blunt umbrellas: for life or for next month?

  I second this. I love the Davek Duet. It's a large collapsible umbrella. I also have a Blunt Metro and it's fine but too small for me.

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• #22Jul 9, 2025

  Blunt umbrellas: for life or for next month?

  Couldn't tell you much about the handles on my Blunts. The labs had their way with them... I can say that, wrapped with duct tape, my two Blunt umbrellas have been great for 8 or so years now

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• #23Jul 9, 2025

  Blunt umbrellas: for life or for next month?

  I’ve used my Blunt for several years and it’s held up. Even if it flips inside out due to a gust, it’s fine.

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• #24Jul 7, 2025

  This became my umbrella when I was in first grade. Now it belongs to my own first grader.

  That is insane. The best (highest quality) umbrella brand I’ve found is [Blunt](https://bluntumbrellas.com/collections/all-umbrellas)

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• #25Jun 5, 2025

  What’s the best umbrella you’ve owned that survived strong wind?

  I’ve had good luck with the Blunt umbrella. It’s sturdy and handles wind really well.

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• #26Jun 5, 2025

  What’s the best umbrella you’ve owned that survived strong wind?

  Check out blunt. I love them.

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• #27Jun 3, 2025

  What are your favorite niche BIFL items that are currently available?

  Blunt umbrellas

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• #28May 10, 2025

  Top BIFL Household Items for Starting Over

  I am a sustainability educator and finding things that last are a bit part of that. I’ve done quite a bit of research on possible options. Some of these I have (*) while others have been HIGHLY recommended to me. I would still check out the brand as some people who have had their (insert brand name item that they got 15 years ago here) have said that quality has diminished in recent years and won’t last as long. Also if anyone has had bad experiences with any of these, please let me know! Kitchen: *Dualit kettle *Vitamix Stainless steel blender-this is so expensive we got it as a group wedding present but dang it’s nice for smoothies, sauces, even hot soup *OXO stainless steel bottle brush with replaceable heads *Metal cup for hot/cold liquids-Thermos, Kleen Kanteen, HydroFlask, Stanley, etc. *Metal tea strainer spoon for loose leaf *Silicone baking mat *Stainless steel, copper, or ceramic cookware - I have a baking sheet from 360 cookware and one pan from Caraway *Stainless steel mixing bowls *Metal or ceramic measuring spoons and cups -My spoons are shaped like geese and I got them for $10 at a thrift store *Wooden toaster tongs- CHANGED MY LIFE and my slightly burnt fingers *Stasher bags *Fiskar scissors *OXO metal strainer for pasta •Metal coffee makers -French press, percolator, Bialetti Moka Pot, Breville espresso machine, •Silicone or metal ice cube tray •Duralax glasses •Crockpot •Older PYREX glass food containers •Villeroy and boch plates, bowls, etc. •Dualit toaster •Pizza stone •Cast iron pan •Le creuset •Self sharpening knife block-“A dull knife is a dangerous knife” or learn how/where to sharpen -Victorinox, Cutco, Wustoff because warranties •Hardwood cutting board •Zojirushi rice maker •Kitchen aid stand Bathroom: *Wild deodorant case and refills (discount code: SUSTAINABLESIRENIAN) *Leaf safety razor *Sisal soap saver bag •Turkish or waffle weave towels- dry quicker take up less space, wears slower Office/School *Cross refillable pen *Rocket planner (they also have reusable sticky notes which is cool but I haven’t tried them) Laundry: *Dryer balls *Bags for more delicate stuff *Tip-unless it is nasty, cold water is fine, saves money, saves water, and doesn’t wear out your clothes as much *Basic Sewing kit and learn how to do basic patching or visible mending •Miele machines Clothes: *Darn tough socks •Older Levi jeans •Doc martens •Chacos •Rainbow sandals •Birkenstocks •Blundstone Outside things/wear: *Blunt umbrella *Xtra Tuff boots •Duluth Trading Co •Older things from LLBean •Older Carhartt •Gear from Osprey - “All mighty warranty” •Gear from Patagonia -“Ironclad guarantee” also they have “Worn wear” which is used gear that were great or they refurbished it •Canada goose coats and parkas •CamelBak •Maglite •Western Mountaineering Sleeping Bags •Red wing boots •White duck canvas tarp •Yeti coolers •SmartWool Misc. *Lupine Pet Collars and leashes •Goughnuts dog toys •Zippo lighters •Briggs and Riley luggage •Swiss army knife •Leatherman tool •Otterbox phone cases •Big Green Egg Grill •GoRuck •Henry the vacuum •Coop’s, Casper, Purple, or Buckwheat pillows •BOTE paddle board •Le Cord •Williams and Sonoma •Tweezerman •Craftsman tools •Saddleback leather co •fjallraven backpacks •Eley garden hose •Felco shears •Vermont Glove •Hori Hori garden knife I hope this helps

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