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David Todd Inner circle 2334 Posts 
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I recently placed a small order with Rice Silk King Studios and wanted to note what a pleasure it was to receive my order very nicely packaged , with a good set of instructions, and the silks themselves are of the high quality as Rice is known for. Fast shipping , too. I only wish I could order more. Ruth Rice Crone has a limited amount of stock and when the existing stock is all sold that's all there is, so if you're looking to purchase any Rice Silk items don't wait too long. I'm afraid this level of quality and service is fading away.
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thomasR Inner circle 1193 Posts
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Great reminder of this wonderful company -
I have some of their silks and need to stock up, I don’t think anyone will match their quality again. |
Bob Sanders 1945 - 2024 Magic Valley Ranch, Clanton, Alabama 20504 Posts
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Great Folks!
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ROBERT BLAKE Inner circle 1472 Posts
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I bought from them too. nice people.
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Rice Regular user Ruth Rice Crone 106 Posts
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Thank you everyone for all the loving kudos. It has been my honor, privilege and pleasure to serve the magic community, especially all the folks on the wonderful Magic Café.
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David Todd Inner circle 2334 Posts
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Well, this is very interesting:
There is now a new website design for Silk King Studios: https://www.silkkingmagic.com/ and an announcement posted: Quote: "Founded in 1929 by Harold and Thelma Rice, the "King and Queen of Silk Magic," Silk King Studios has long been internationally famous for producing the world’s finest professional quality silks, silk effects, and silk magic books. Click here to view attached image. |
JNeal Inner circle I used to have 999 posts, now I have 1623 Posts
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Yes< I just placed an order with David Haversat who is deeply involved in vintage books, props, auctions, etc;
It appears he has acquired there remaining inventory of SKS. Although everything is not yet on the new website, he is actively involved in making all the remaining items available to those who need and want them. He responded quickly to my order and I am throughly pleased!
visit me @ JNealShow.com
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Obviously Regular user 187 Posts
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There appears to be a sudden flood of "SKS" silks on several online dealers sites. They seem to be priced much lower than previously available. Does anyone know if these are original?
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Magical Moments Special user 851 Posts
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On Jan 20, 2021, Obviously wrote: Where did you see them? |
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Obviously Regular user 187 Posts
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I've noticed them at multiple outlets lately. Mostly the designed picture silks, but the solid spectrums as well.
For example: Stevens magic emporium, RPmagic.com, Penguin etc... |
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Obviously Regular user 187 Posts
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So...David Haversat appears to have taken over the Silk King Studios business (see above). From his website I see the following:
"1878 Press Company, a division of Zanadu-Petrie Lewis, LLC - specializes in the publishing and distribution of hard and soft cover books. The company also manufactures and sells fine silks for the magic industry known as the Rice Brand of SKS Studios. For additional information please contact us." Does this mean that "new" SKS silks are being made and sold again? Is this why other dealers are starting to carry them? If so, are they the same quality as the original "old stock" that Ruth was offering (6 Momme, special spectrum dyes, rolled hem, etc.)? Those of you who own any original SKS brand will understand what I mean. |
Anverdi-museum Inner circle 1199 Posts
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Dave is a friend of mine and a great asset to the magic community, he did indeed purchase Silk King Studios as well as Adams and I believe P & L, if he did no do this these wonderful companies would now be defunct.
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funsway Inner circle old things in new ways - new things in old ways 9997 Posts
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About sixteen years ago I had a desire for a large butterfly silk as part of a routine for an Assisted Living Center.
Having money ever and for this "no charge" event, I wrote Ruth on the chance they had a second or damaged one. She send me one with a bill for $10.00 - exquisite and I can find nothing wrong with it. No, I will not sell it, but might gift it forward to someone in need.
"the more one pretends at magic, the more awe and wonder will be found in real life." Arnold Furst
eBooks at https://www.lybrary.com/ken-muller-m-579928.html questions at ken@eversway.com |
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magic.99 Regular user 181 Posts
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Always had great experiences when purchasing Rice Silks through Ruth. Lovely lady!
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Rice Regular user Ruth Rice Crone 106 Posts
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Thank you for all the nice comments. It was my pleasure and honor to have a role in continuing the running of Silk King Studios and its safe landing after my retirement. I enjoyed a wonderful lifetime with my parents, Harold and Thelma Rice and their magic friends, including many happy years at all of the conventions.
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Rainboguy Inner circle 1915 Posts
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Ruth: You have always been a pleasure to do business with.
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Brad Jeffers Veteran user 376 Posts
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On Jan 26, 2021, Obviously wrote ... Over two years and no one has answered this important question. Inquiring minds want to know! |
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JNeal Inner circle I used to have 999 posts, now I have 1623 Posts
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Simple answer: my understanding is that David has 'reprinted' or remade only a couple of silks. The rest are original old stock. The remade ones are identical to the originals, but are slightly heavier- perhaps a 8 momme rather than a 5 or 6 momme. I like them better!
visit me @ JNealShow.com
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Posted: Sep 14, 2020 07:29 pm 