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tom_stamm Loyal user Los Angeles 248 Posts |
I recently purchase a pair of Monkey Fists to replace my 40-year-old knit covered chopped set. The new set is tied using paracord and is well made. Maybe too well made. The balls are a little squirrelly and roll way too efficiently. And they are so hard that the talk when dropped into a cup.
I was hoping the the monkey fist would not roll so well and I could work around that, but the talking is a non-starter. Does anyone have a recommendation on a set better suited to performing? Thank you in advance.
Just Some Guy.
"For Seven Tons of the King's Tea, Six Fine Ladies to Fight a Great Jackass -- me." |
Scott Horn Elite user Dallas, TX 417 Posts |
There is a set that is a monkey fist wrap, but with suede leather vs paracord.
http://www.penguinmagic.com/p/S13136 https://www.hocus-pocus.com/magicshop/ ...search for "Monkey Fist Combo Balls (5 ball set)" They have good weight, good grip, and modest roll |
tom_stamm Loyal user Los Angeles 248 Posts |
Thanks scott. I figured out last night the new monkey fists I bought had a wood core instead of a cork core. (I probed it with a pin).
Just Some Guy.
"For Seven Tons of the King's Tea, Six Fine Ladies to Fight a Great Jackass -- me." |
Conus Special user 657 Posts |
It is fairly easy to learn how to tie Monkey Fist Knots. Use leather shoelaces or buy a spool of leather lace material.
Cores can be marbles for weight, wooden beads, etc. I've used an old awl to help position the strands around the the cores. Be patient and take your time, and you'll be surprised at the results. Tips: a spot of white glue helps hold the final stand in place. Carefully cut the end flush at an angle for a nice finished look. |
tom_stamm Loyal user Los Angeles 248 Posts |
Thanks Conus.
I just returned multiple sets of MF sets to a dealer. Actual the problems I have been having with purchased MFs (chopped) is the core. I find what ever is being used as a core: wood, plastice, marble...is talking unacceptibly. I’m thinking a cork core would be better. It appears I willl have to make my own. I am currently sourcing cork, magnets and wrapping material to experiment for the best MF balls. If you want something right...
Just Some Guy.
"For Seven Tons of the King's Tea, Six Fine Ladies to Fight a Great Jackass -- me." |
Jason Simonds Veteran user Pensacola, FL 318 Posts |
Michael Kaminskas showed off some beautiful monkey balls at his lecture in Houston this week.
Mkcups.com |
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