Is it "Duck Tape" or "Duct Tape"???

**jAZ** · 09-12-2005, 10:58 PM

You make the call...

**morphius** · 09-12-2005, 10:59 PM

**Dunit35** · 09-12-2005, 10:59 PM

duct tape

Hammock Parties · 09-12-2005, 10:59 PM

Duct. As in used on "ducts."

**Reaper16** · 09-12-2005, 11:00 PM

Duct tape

For that matter, it's pop. Not soda.

**jAZ** · 09-12-2005, 11:02 PM

I want to get a few more votes before I say anything.

jspchief · 09-12-2005, 11:05 PM

Duct tape.

However, there is a company that makes duct tape called Duck Tape.

jspchief · 09-12-2005, 11:10 PM

**jAZ** · 09-12-2005, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by jspchief

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Well, this is as good a reason to bust out with the "answer" as any!

http://www.snopes.com/rumors/ducttape.asp

Quote:

"By the by, although everyone (including us) calls that all-purpose handyman's necessity "duct tape," it is more properly styled "duck tape," which was the original name of the cloth-backed, waterproof adhesive developed for the U.S. Army to keep moisture out of ammunition cases. "

Named for it's water shedding properties... not for being used on ducts.

Who knew...

HolmeZz · 09-12-2005, 11:15 PM

I called it 'duck' growing up.

**jAZ** · 09-12-2005, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by HolmeZz

I called it 'duck' growing up, but it's duct.

You were right the first time...

http://www.octanecreative.com/ducttape/duckvsduct.html

Dear Duct Tape Users:

Is it Duct or Duck? We don’t want you to be confused, so we will explain. The first name for Duct Tape was DUCK. During World War II the U.S. Military needed a waterproof tape to keep the moisture out of ammunition cases. So, they enlisted the Johnson and Johnson Permacel Division to manufacture the tape. Because it was waterproof, everyone referred to it as “duck” tape (like water off a duck’s back). Military personnel discovered that the tape was good for lots more than keeping out water. They used it for Jeep repair, fixing stuff on their guns, strapping equipment to their clothing... the list is endless.

After the War, the housing industry was booming and someone discovered that the tape was great for joining the heating and air conditioning duct work. So, the color was changed from army green to the silvery color we are familiar with today and people started to refer to it as “duct tape*.” Therefore, either name is appropriate.

Today, Duck® brand Tape is manufactured by Henkel Consumer Adhesives. After thoroughly familiarizing ourselves with the hundreds of duct tapes on the market, we have found Duck® brand Tape to be the most consistent in quality. And, we are delighted with the large array of colors that they manufacture (including camo tape and new “X-Treme Tape” which comes in hot day-glo colors).

Jim and I do lots of appearances promoting Duck® brand Tape and do so without reservation. Therefore, we go by both The Duct Tape Guys, and The Duck Tape Guys. And, we use the words Duck and Duct interchangeably throughout our web site.

So, whether you call it Duct Tape or Duck Tape... you are still using the “Ultimate Power Tool” in our estimation.

**jAZ** · 09-12-2005, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by HolmeZz

I called it 'duck' growing up.

Gotcha!

go bo · 09-12-2005, 11:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jAZ

You make the call...

wow, this reminds me of duck walking when i was younger...

did you ever try duck walking?

HolmeZz · 09-12-2005, 11:19 PM

Yup.

And I'll still continue to call it duct, just to spite you.

Logical · 09-12-2005, 11:21 PM

Hell I buy Duc tape, it is cheaer by half probably because it is not either of the major brands. K's and T's must be expensive

View Poll Results: Is it "Duck Tape" or "Duct Tape"???
"Duck Tape"	2	3.03%
"Duct Tape"	64	96.97%
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HolmeZz i guess its bittersweet poetry Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: NeW HaVeN, CT Casino cash: $10004900	I called it 'duck' growing up.
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HolmeZz i guess its bittersweet poetry Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: NeW HaVeN, CT Casino cash: $10004900	Yup. And I'll still continue to call it duct, just to spite you.
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Logical Screw U if U can't take a joke Join Date: Aug 2000 Casino cash: $10004900	Hell I buy Duc tape, it is cheaer by half probably because it is not either of the major brands. K's and T's must be expensive
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