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Bill Hegbli Eternal Order Fort Wayne, Indiana 22797 Posts 
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Richard, we both know that you or any manufacturer working out of his place could not keep up with the international demand. There are working performers that desire quality dependable props they want to use. Look at the some of the overpriced routine only offering lately. There is a market, and that is within a one to several man operation for quality magic props, that are of the classic variety. Sure it is work to make a dozen of the same thing, but in the end there is financial reward, and pride of providing quality props that magicians are proud to work with.
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Payne Inner circle Seattle 4571 Posts
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The India made ones work pretty well and dress-up rather nicely. At least one doesn't have to worry about destroying a collectable or vintage model if one decides to give it a face lift
Click here to view attached image.
"America's Foremost Satirical Magician" -- Jeff McBride.
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Julie Inner circle 3883 Posts
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We have a vintage Hamilton Card Duck that has an additional feature that permits her to lay a (small plastic) egg.
Does anyone have any knowledge concerning her unique ability? Was this a special order, custom job, one-of or a previous owner's personal brain storm? Julie |
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Dick Oslund Inner circle 8357 Posts
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Hi Julie!
I've seen "egg laying JoAnns", although I've never owned one. Dick
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Julie Inner circle 3883 Posts
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Thanks Dick.
I am looking forward to your book! Julie |
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Quentin Inner circle 1020 Posts
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Crandall suggested doing away with the feed box and having the duck take cards from your hand. Has anyone tried that?
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jimgerrish Inner circle East Orange, NJ 3209 Posts
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Yes, and it's a lot of fun when the duck grabs your finger and won't let go. Another fun bit is using an old fashioned "electric deck" and pulling it out of the duck's mouth after it starts coughing and choking.
Jim Gerrish
magicnook@yahoo.com https://www.magicnook.com Home of The Wizards' Journals: https://magicnook.com/wizardsTOC.htm |
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Bill Hegbli Eternal Order Fort Wayne, Indiana 22797 Posts
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The late Don Alan published a routine for JoAnn the Duck in either Close-Up Time or Pretty Sneaky booklet published by Magic Inc. It is lengthy routine and has some funny premises.
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magicshowprod Regular user Seattle, WA 109 Posts
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Wow, I am so glad I asked this question. The wealth of photos and ideas has really made this thread a worthwhile read. Thanks so much for all involved!
Don Shock
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Matti Kaki New user Finland - - I.B.M. Finnish Magicians Assn 84 Posts
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On Jun 21, 2015, rhettbryson wrote: Hi, Rhett. I am interested in the magic prop history. How are you doing with the Card Duck Book? |
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rhettbryson Elite user Greenville, SC Not ashamed of his 407 Posts
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Matti - Bogged down with many responsibilities.... And failed to get some essential information from several sources who promised me cooperation. So - nothing on the radar right now.... Sorry
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jimgerrish Inner circle East Orange, NJ 3209 Posts
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For those who want to BUILD a two dimensional Card Critter, The Wizards' Journal #29 has an e-Book by Spellbinder with history and sources for this version of the effect called, appropriately enough, "Card Critters." The Elf and Rudolph is just right for this season of the year.
Jim Gerrish
magicnook@yahoo.com https://www.magicnook.com Home of The Wizards' Journals: https://magicnook.com/wizardsTOC.htm |
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Leo H Inner circle 1339 Posts
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I have a few Hamiltons and a copy I can't identify. They all don't seem to work consistently. Each duck requires its own touch and handling to grab the card in its beak from the tray.
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rmoraleta Special user Philippines 767 Posts
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Does anyone know where the Difatta Card Ducks are made from?
Are they made in India also? TIA! 😇 |
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Bill Hegbli Eternal Order Fort Wayne, Indiana 22797 Posts
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On Aug 22, 2018, rmoraleta wrote: Yes! And they look very good, Difatta seems to require good quality control for the their items from India. From the Difatta items I have purchased. |
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jimgerrish Inner circle East Orange, NJ 3209 Posts
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On Nov 20, 2017, Leo H wrote: It helps if you wet the duck's "lips" before the grab. The way I do it is to give my forefinger a big wet kiss and pass it on to the duck (for good luck to find the chosen cards), smearing the inner pads with just a little saliva prior to the card grabs. The problem is solved the same way with my 2 Dimensional Critters also.
Jim Gerrish
magicnook@yahoo.com https://www.magicnook.com Home of The Wizards' Journals: https://magicnook.com/wizardsTOC.htm |
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Leo H Inner circle 1339 Posts
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On Aug 22, 2018, jimgerrish wrote: Small black rubber pads glued to the inner upper and lower beaks did the job for me. |
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Dan Ford Special user Illinois 761 Posts
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I keep a double or folded piece of medium grit sandpaper between the beaks to preserve the grip of the pads.
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rmoraleta Special user Philippines 767 Posts
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Thanks a lot Bill! 😇
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Pop Haydn Inner circle Los Angeles 3701 Posts
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On Jul 3, 2015, Bill Hegbli wrote: I would like to see that, and copies of both books are available. I didn't see the duck routine listed in the contents of either booklet. Do you know which one it was? |
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