On Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 2:09:18 AM UTC-7, Ross wrote:
I have a Softie Mini that has just turned 20. My packer says he will not pack it again because the manufacturer says he can't. Nothing to do with the quality of the chute.
He was however nice enough to open the chute, and leave it that way.

Is there anyone out there that would like it?

Make a sensible offer

Some reading on this subject.
http://www.parachuteshop.com/service_life_limits.htm

Ross, take the FAA letter on Don Mayer's website and your chute back to the rigger.
Jim