2 of 8

Write now Article Tools

Page 2 of 2

demands of the kids usually won over the objections of the parents.

In a few of years the Trapper Keeper began to fade into the land of bad dreams. However, as a result of this product, new and better binders were developed. Trapper Keepers became a part of history, and in some cases are now collectors items. You can even find them on eBay for as little as $10, and as much as $45 or more. If you are lucky you might even get one for less if there are only a few bidders. Also, on eBay you can see some pictures of some of them. Take a look, just for the memories.

Unlike the metal lunch boxes of the past with our favorite super heroes on them, the Trapper Keeper was probably made as a quick way to make a few bucks. Those lunch boxes lasted forever. Some people still have their lunch boxes, 40-50 years later. Some things make it, some don't. However it might be kind of fun to buy a Trapper Keeper on eBay and show it to your children someday. Stories are made of such memories, and new memories are made of such stories.

In summary, Trapper Keepers were seen as a very practical idea that lacked the workmanship quality that would make the produce strong enough to last a long time. It just fell apart before it's time, and no one would buy another one after that happened.

Learn more about this author, Ernest Smartt.
Click here to send this author comments or questions.

• << previous page
• 1
• 2

Add your voice

Know something about What ever happened to Trapper Keepers??
We want to hear your view. Write now!