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briancherbo![]() New user The Second Deal 40 Posts ![]() |
Hey,. everyone -
I have a problem with a Jardine Ellis ring. I hate to toss it, it's a realy nice looking one. I'm trying to figure out how to describe the problem without revealing too much and it's tough! You can likely guess the problem - Let's say it is in the "starting" position and is extremely difficult to "work with" unles I use a small screwdriver... Haha! This is kind of funny! Anyway - Any advice on making the ring easier to "work" (like fluids, bending, etc.) I would really appreciate! Thanks - Brian |
Matt Morell![]() Loyal user Norwich, CT. 257 Posts ![]() |
Have you tried using " Brass-o " or some other kind of cleaning solvent to make the ring/gimmick work more smoothly ? Could be that the brass is just tarnished making things difficult to handle.
Hopefully the gimmick is not bent. If so, it's going to be real hard to get it back to normal specs. |
briancherbo![]() New user The Second Deal 40 Posts ![]() |
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On 2005-09-24 09:06, Matt Morell wrote: That's a GREAT idea, Matt - Thanks! I hope it's just a build up like that. I had one for many years, never had this problem before. |
Matt Morell![]() Loyal user Norwich, CT. 257 Posts ![]() |
No problem,
Good luck,I hope it works out for you. I had the same problem before. The ring had tarnished and the gimmick would stick but brass-o did the trick. Best, Matt |
RandyStewart![]() Inner circle Texas (USA) 1989 Posts ![]() |
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On 2005-09-24 09:06, Matt Morell wrote: Thanks for that reminder for those who don't use such cleaners. Maybe that's the reason I've never had this problem as I Brasso the heck out of all my brass stuff. Just an obsession I guess. |
Matt Morell![]() Loyal user Norwich, CT. 257 Posts ![]() |
I found an old can of " Tarnite , Metal Polish " kickin' around the house that actually seems to give a better shine than " Brass-O " especially for larger items . Don't know if it's still available but it's designed to do the same thing as Brass-o.
Used it on my old " Breathalizer" effect to clean up the brass pieces and it gave it a mirror-type shine. Sweetness, I must say ! Matt |
Larry Davidson![]() Inner circle Boynton Beach, FL 5270 Posts ![]() |
I've posted a number of times re. how great Tarnite is. Many years ago a friend of mine who was a full-time metalworker suggested the product and I've used it ever since. You can find it here.
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RevJohn![]() Inner circle Oregon City Oregon, Oregon 2473 Posts ![]() |
I appreciate that tip on the Brass cleaner... Brasso works, but it wasn't cutting it with all my stuff. Will give this Tarnite a try.
Any tips from seasoned cleaners on making the cleaning process most effective? John |
Matt Morell![]() Loyal user Norwich, CT. 257 Posts ![]() |
John,
You have to really let the Tarnite sit for awhile before wiping down with a soft cloth . Needs time to work its MAGIC. I alway's used to wait a few minutes . Let us know how it works out for you. Matt |
Larry Davidson![]() Inner circle Boynton Beach, FL 5270 Posts ![]() |
Hmmm, interesting, I've never let my coins sit in Tarnite. Instead, I generously soak the corner of a tissue in the cleaner, vigorously wipe the coin with it for maybe 15 seconds, run water over the coin, and then dry the coin/shine it with a clean tissue.
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cafezingo![]() New user 15 Posts ![]() |
Some coin companies use Nev-r-Dull (or similar spelling) to polish their coins. It's a solvent-coated cotton that comes in a can. Hard to find, but it's worth it. For coins, one can of it, using a small piece of it at a time, should last three lifetimes. I no longer polish gaffed copper coins (such as English pennies), as I found that their color when polished can be very different from polished real ones. I just let the gaffed copper coin tarnish along with a real one, so I have a matched pair.
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magicians![]() Inner circle Teacher and Legend 2898 Posts ![]() |
I do a Jardin Ellis effect using the ball and tube.
Illusionist, Illusionist consulting, product development, stage consultant, seasoned performer for over 35 years. Specializing in original effects. Highly opinionated, usually correct, and not afraid of jealous critics. I've been a puppet, a pirate, a pawn and a King. Free lance gynecologist.
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ringmaster![]() Inner circle Memphis, Down in Dixie 1974 Posts ![]() |
One of the last living 10-in-one performers. I wanted to be in show business the worst way, and that was it.
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