Why did they ban slap bracelets?

Why did they ban slap bracelets?

The slap bracelet was invented by Wisconsin teacher Stuart Anders and sold under the brand name "Slap Wrap". The bracelet was banned in several schools following reports of injuries from worn out or modified versions.

How do slap bracelets work?

The original slap bracelets were marketed as "Slap Wraps," and they consisted of a long piece of steel — similar to a steel tape measure, or Venetian blind material — covered in fabric. The steel then curved into a bracelet shape when it was slapped over an unsuspecting wrist.

How much do slap bracelets cost?

A slap bracelet (or snap bracelet) is a bracelet consisting of layered, flexible stainless steel bistable spring bands sealed within a fabric, silicone, or plastic cover.

When did slap bracelets come out?

The slap bracelet was invented in 1983 by a high school shop teacher from Wisconsin named Stuart Anders. According to the New York Times, Anders was in his father's shop, playing with a steel ribbon, when the million-dollar idea slapped him on the wrist.