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Default Duct tape

Nate Nagel wrote:
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On Mon, 22 Oct 2007 16:59:08 -0500, "Steve Barker"
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It IS duct tape however. What do you think it was originally
designed for?

s



duct tape was originally developed during World War II in 1942 as a
waterproof sealing tape for ammunition cases


then why does it fail so rapidly when exposed to water or high humidity?

just curious,

nate

Because just like a lot of stuff there is a quality version and a cheepo
version designed to be sold in big box stores.

If you go to a real supply house you can buy quality duct tape.