My father was a big friction tape guy when I was growing up. Seems we always had friction tape around. Then sometime int he mid 1970's he switched to vinyl electrical tape and I never saw any more friction tape. I followed his lead and used the electrical tape. The other day, after having a taped up hammer handle slip from my sweaty, greasy, bloody hand for the nine billionth time, I got wondering if friction tape was even made any more. Well what do you know?!!! It's still around and can be had at multiple outlets like Ace hardware. Next time I get to town I'm picking up several rolls and looking forward to no more slippery handles!