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skyfire Regular user 136 Posts 
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I am interested in the Chinese Sticks, but I am on a budget these days. Could anyone reccomend a good quality set without spending a couple of hundred dollars on them, and where to order them. I was thinking more in the neighborhood of anywhere's under the one hundred dollar mark. Thanks...
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Bill Hegbli Eternal Order Fort Wayne, Indiana 22797 Posts
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The only Chinese Sticks that meet your price requirements is the Loftus/Empire Chinese Sticks. They sell for around $35.00.
You can purchase them from http://www.stoners.com Click here to view attached image. |
Pete Biro 1933 - 2018 18558 Posts
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They look pretty good. Get the Chinese Sticks video/dvd from http://www.stevensmagic.com and see some good routine ideas.
STAY TOONED... @ www.pete-biro.com
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Albie New user 6 Posts
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I would like to get a set of makame sticks. Does anyone know anyone who would like to sell theirs?
if so you can email me at albiesezlnick@earthlink.net |
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Mr. Woolery Inner circle Fairbanks, AK 2150 Posts
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I'm also going to suggest looking for a copy of Martin Lewis' video Making Magic. I have it on VHS. He details how he makes the chinese sticks from paper so he can do a very convincing finish where he tears them up and tosses the pieces out to the audience. Simple enough presentation, but a wonderful way to convince people there's no gimmick.
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Dr_J_Ayala Inner circle In search of Vlad Dracul and his 2169 Posts
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On 2011-07-07 14:55, Albie wrote: Check out the Magic For Sale or Trade section on this forum. You might find some on there, but they may become hard to find outside magic shops that still have some sets left. I love my Mikame sticks! Good hunting! |
Mike Maturen Inner circle Michigan's Beautiful Sunrise Side 2726 Posts
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I have a set for sale right now on E-Bay. They are made by Funtime Magic, and are a red wood-style finish. They are 14" long with gold cords. Very nice set of sticks.
Mike Maturen
World of Wonder Entertainment The Magic and Mayhem of Mike Maturen 989-335-1661 mikematuren@gmail.com AUTHOR OF "A NEW DAWN--Weekly Wisdom From Everyday Life" member: International Magician's Society |
Harry Murphy Inner circle Maryland 5451 Posts
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Albie once you have 50 posts you will allowed into the for sale section of the Café'. Until then enjoy the Café' and contribute.
The artist formally known as Mumblepeas!
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Dr_J_Ayala Inner circle In search of Vlad Dracul and his 2169 Posts
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On 2011-07-07 19:27, Harry Murphy wrote: Yes, sorry I forgot to mention that. Thanks for that add-on Harry. |
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Harry Murphy Inner circle Maryland 5451 Posts
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Albie of all the Chinese Sticks available I believe that the Mikame version is not the best or most desirable. My biggest complaint is that they rattle loudly when used. In small venues it is quite noticeable. Cheap toy (magic set) versions are much more preferable.
The artist formally known as Mumblepeas!
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Dr_J_Ayala Inner circle In search of Vlad Dracul and his 2169 Posts
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On 2011-07-08 11:54, Harry Murphy wrote: I concur, but the quality is very, very good. BUT, as I always say, quality does not necessarily mean practicality, and if something is not practical for use, then the quality has no bearing. |
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Mike Maturen Inner circle Michigan's Beautiful Sunrise Side 2726 Posts
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I have noticed that many of the wooden sticks are noisy. The cheap plastic ones seem to be more quiet, but are usually too small (especially for stage), and don't look nearly as nice.
Mike Maturen
World of Wonder Entertainment The Magic and Mayhem of Mike Maturen 989-335-1661 mikematuren@gmail.com AUTHOR OF "A NEW DAWN--Weekly Wisdom From Everyday Life" member: International Magician's Society |
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Harry Murphy Inner circle Maryland 5451 Posts
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If you look at the sticks that wmhegbli mentioned above you will find they are actually lined with a plastic tube. In fact most well made wooden sticks are so lined (except for the crummy Mikame versions) and are silent in use. I have five sets of wooden sticks all by different makers some dating to the late 60s and all are lined and silent.
The cheap plastic ones I have and often use are 12 inches long and can be seen in most moderate size venues (especially with the tassels I've put on them). The smaller versions work well in small venues like parlors or pubs.
The artist formally known as Mumblepeas!
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Mike Maturen Inner circle Michigan's Beautiful Sunrise Side 2726 Posts
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I probably had seen the Mikame ones then. Thanks.
Mike Maturen
World of Wonder Entertainment The Magic and Mayhem of Mike Maturen 989-335-1661 mikematuren@gmail.com AUTHOR OF "A NEW DAWN--Weekly Wisdom From Everyday Life" member: International Magician's Society |
Posted: Oct 9, 2010 01:19 am 