Its funny you mention this cause last night I seriously had a dream about how everything old was better than new and much easier to operate.
The dream included computer stuff (hate the new windows version - it's just crap) and the dream invl cars and telephones etc etc.
At 45 years of age, I miss the old days as well. Sure something's are better today, but nothing is built to last.
I can totally relate to your keyboard purchase because the new ones weigh nothing and the keys stop working within 12 months.