I bought my first pair of these bushel baskets 6 years ago. I use them hard, every day in the garden. I took a good look at them this morning, and while I think they just might last another season, I think it's good time to get a new pair. These old ones will go into the compost, as they are fully degradable once I remove the metal handles. They are also attractive, they actually look good sitting in the garden unlike plastic buckets or trash cans. Memories are good too, because hey look just like the ones my grandmother used to use in her garden. I'll be back in another half-dozen years to get two more!