New York teacher of garment cutting Daniel Williams designed valuable improvements to the complex human form measuring systems. His 1839 patented tailor's measure would be attached to the human body at a fixed point. He would take multiple body measurements for outstanding accuracy. Various moveable plates and grapple hooks formed an adjustable metal cage that would help precisely measure moving parts of the body to ensure a perfect clothing fit. These measurements can be seen today in standardised ready-to-wear patterns.
US Patent Number: 1,136
Invention: Tailor's Measurer
Inventor: D. Williams
Year: 1839
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