Every day, millions of people rely on the indispensable zipper, which can be found on everything from jeans and totes to wallets, backpacks, and luggage. Curiously, it was met with some skepticism when it was first developed. Thanks to buttons and laces, the zipper wasn't an instant hit.
The invention of the zipper dates back to 1851, when an American named Elias Howe, the creator of the sewing machine, was granted a patent for his Automatic Continuous Clothing Closure invention. That is quite a mouthful, isn't it? It wasn't until more than 40 years later that a man named Whitcomb Judson attempted to build what he dubbed a "Clasp Locker." The zipper as we know it didn't become widespread until 1913 when an engineer called Gideon Sundback improved on the earlier ideas for his "hookless fastener," which became widely popular. It was used in soldiers' money belts, suits, and even life vests. Zippers are easily produced nowadays, and they're sold in the billions. It goes without saying that the humble zipper is here to stay.
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