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Think about this one: What invention created originally in 1851 has simplified life immeasurably, made possible other inventions? Oh sure, some will mention the microwave or inflatable tires, but this one affected every day life around the globe. It is The Zipper.
Forty-two years later, Whitcomb Judson also tried another version of the device, but had little success. Didn't make any money.
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| Source: Gideon Sundback |
He held the patent, and did quite well. No, change that. He did extremely well. One thing led to another, and the modern zipper has been ever improving and finding new uses.
So hoist a pint to Gideon Sundback! He zipped up more than clothing.
Why did this word get chosen? In the A to Z bloghop 2014, I fervently picked this word. Having reached "Z" , zipper made it easy, I had had a pair of boots with a zipper closing. When the zipper came off the teeth, I used Gorilla Glue to get it back on track. And the zipper still does its job, even in year 2020.
I just looked around the room I am in for things with zippers. It goes far beyond clothes. I even unzipped my sunglasses case when before I went for a walk in the sun.
ReplyDeleteI just did the same after reading your comment. Lots of stuff with zippers!
DeleteJust holding it together is a fairly accurate description of my life. And how I would applaud anyone who developed/patented a life zipper.
ReplyDeleteHe could never know what his invention would do.
DeleteI would be more enthusiastic if the elastic waistband hadn't been invented:))
ReplyDeleteI hear your pain.
DeleteI wish we had a zipper to hold the world's courage together.
ReplyDeleteI do not know if a zipper could do that.
DeleteIt would be nice to invent something that changed society in such a small but important way, especially if it made quite a bit of coin.
ReplyDeleteYes.
DeleteZipper de DooDah, he sure done good!
ReplyDeleteWell said, Brian. Well said.
DeleteMy mother used to use thread on a broken zipper. Glue would have been much easier.
ReplyDeleteA thread? That is creative.
DeleteHi Susan - the zipper was a brilliant invention wasn't it ... and use on so many things. Messymimi - I think lots of new things will come out of this pandemic ... people are very creative. But I'd love a zipper to hold our world with gentleness and care for others. Take care - Hilary
ReplyDeleteI agree. Inventions will arise from this pandemic.
DeleteI love zippers, so much easier than buttons when your fingers are freezing cold, but a jammed zipper! oh boy. That's a different story when you can't get out of your jacket and the cold sweats kick in.
ReplyDeleteWe have wrestled with stuck zippers many times.
DeleteA very interesting and informative post. I cannot imagine a world without zippers. I wonder what alternate inventions might have occurred if we did not hand zippers.
ReplyDeleteWhat could have happened if other unique inventions had not existed?
DeleteThe zipper has always fascinated me. I was so proud of me when I was able to 'repair' a zipper. Such an amazing device.
ReplyDeleteGood one and tghanks for the education.
Sherry & jack
Once examined an old shoe used by a gr-grandmother. All those hooks!
DeleteIt's the little, simple things that make the greatest impact.
ReplyDeleteWho would have thought?
DeleteFascinating!
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoy the impact zippers have on society.
DeleteIt is always a good idea to fasten stuff together.
Deleteeverything that hold together is fascinating to me
ReplyDeletebridges or zips all are so amazing :)
blessings!
Zippers do a grand job holding things together.
DeleteZips are good things …
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan