747 Classic Stapler 20 Sheet Capacity Black S7074701R

The Swingline 747 has mixed repairability signals. While built tough with all-metal construction, repairs are frustrating when needed.

• •Poor repair access: Users struggle to disassemble staplers to clear jams or replace parts like springs, and find a lack of clear instructions
• •No parts support: Springs breaking or losing tension is mentioned with no replacement parts available from manufacturer
• •Unauthorized repairs void warranty: ACCO Brands explicitly states repairs by non-authorized persons void coverage

Bottom line: Built like a tank but sealed like one too. When these workhorses finally fail after years of service, you're buying a new one rather than fixing the old.

Finally, something built right — this is the vintage tank of the stapler world. Users report decades of reliable service from their 747s, with one replacing a 9-year-old unit with the exact same model and another providing updates after 6.5 years of heavy use.

• •Materials: All-metal construction on vintage models creates a hefty, solid feel that resists damage even after multiple drops. Newer models use more plastic components that bend after jams.
• •Wear patterns: After 2+ years users report minor hinge squeaks, and after 5+ years some increased jamming especially with non-Swingline staples. Still functional though — these aren't dealbreakers.
• •Red flags: Reddit users warn that current production 747s aren't as robust as vintage ones. The community actively hunts thrift stores for pre-2000s models, suggesting quality decline in recent manufacturing.

Bottom line: If you can snag a vintage 747, it's heirloom-grade. Current models are still solid workhorses but won't match grandpa's indestructible version.

The Swingline 747 Classic Stapler comes with a limited lifetime warranty through ACCO Brands, covering defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser's lifetime.

• •Coverage & Support: ACCO Brands will repair or replace defective parts at no charge, and even provides pre-paid shipping labels for returns.
• •Process: Claims require completion of a warranty form and proof of purchase, with reasonable documentation requirements.
• •Exclusions: Normal wear and tear, abuse, misuse, and improper maintenance are not covered.

Bottom line: Swingline backs this stapler with a genuine limited lifetime warranty that users confirm is honored, making it an excellent BIFL office product with verified long-term durability.

The Swingline 747 is a Reddit darling, especially on r/BuyItForLife where users call it the last stapler you'll ever buy. Multiple people report 20+ years of reliable service, with one user replacing their 9-year-old model with the exact same one.

• •Build quality praise: Users love the all-metal construction and smooth operation, saying it works like butter even after decades
• •Vintage vs modern debate: Strong preference for older 747 models over newer Swinglines, which some say have weaker metal that bends after jams
• •Minor gripes: Scratch-prone finish bothers some users, and it can be picky about staple types (works best with Swingline or 26/6 staples)

Bottom line: Redditors recommend it regularly as a true BIFL product, though they specifically seek out vintage models at thrift stores over current production versions.