US couple still use a microwave from 1946 proving that old technology can be gold
Published on Feb 19, 2026 at 7:26 PM (UTC+4)
by Daisy Edwards
Last updated on Feb 19, 2026 at 9:01 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
A US couple still uses a microwave they received as a wedding gift… in 1946, which proves, if nothing else, that even tech can age like a fine wine.
While most of us replace kitchen appliances every few years, this decades-old machine is still heating up breakfast like it is fresh off the production line.
The vintage microwave recently appeared in a video celebrating classic home appliances that refuse to quit.
And it might just make you rethink whether newer always means better.
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US couple still use a microwave from 1946 and it still works perfectly
Microwaves have been a staple piece of tech in the kitchen for decades, but seeing one from 1946 still in action is something else entirely.
In a new viral clip, a hefty retro unit heated up a cup of coffee without hesitation, despite being nearly 80 years old.
Early microwave ovens were far bulkier and more industrial-looking than the sleek countertop models we are used to today.
Back then, they were cutting-edge pieces of technology inspired by RADAR equipment, and they certainly looked the part.
But even with its old-school design, this particular machine is still doing exactly what it was built to do, and the microwave is not the only throwback appliance stealing the spotlight.
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Old technology can be gold when it is built to last
The same video also showcases a 1949 toaster still used daily by a 96-year-old woman who received it as a wedding gift.
Her waffle maker from the same era is also fully functional, proving that some kitchen gadgets were made for the long haul.
There is even a 1950s Maytag washing machine still running smoothly, plus a mini fridge passed down from a grandfather that continues to keep drinks ice cold.
A vintage mixer bought in 1950 is still whipping up recipes without any missing parts or major repairs.
One receipt shown in the video revealed a mixer purchased in 1937 for over $100, which would equal more than $2,000 today when adjusted for inflation.
That hefty price tag hints at serious engineering and premium materials.
Stories like these show that old technology can be gold when quality comes first, and this 1946 microwave is living proof.
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