But the adhesive duct tape we know and love today didn't appear until World War II. A factory worker who was packaging ammunition sealed each box with tape and wax to make them waterproof.

Can you get a cleaner tear and leave the masking tape end accessible? I checked it out and tried with other kinds of tape.

Duct tape can save any adventure and may even save your life. Some things it can be used for during a trip across town or into the wild include: Patching clothing.Fixing a leaking gray-water valve ...