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detour Nerve · 5 minutes · free

Ask to see the most curious piece in a vintage shop

“Walking in just to ask a question feels bold. A specialist merchant who loves their craft is almost always delighted to share the backstory.”

The Recipe

  1. Step into the nearest antique shop, vintage store, second-hand bookseller, or curio counter.
  2. Ask the person behind the desk what they consider the most unusual or oldest piece in the shop right now.

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