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i_neveregret New user 10 Posts |
I'm interested in doing a wand manipulation routine, however, I'm having difficulty in wand selection. Which type of wand is more suitable for a fliptick manipulation routine? Would you guys suggest a plastic/a wooden wand? Which brand of wand would you recommend me getting?
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cardcaptor Loyal user tagaytay, philippines 257 Posts |
I'm using the one with a gold tip on, it's the color changing wand usually sold in magic shops.
Thanks!
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Lynetta Regular user Las Vegas, NV 111 Posts |
I use one that I made out of a wooden dowel from the craft store. I found it to be the perfect weight and it was very inexpensive to make. Some of the expensive wands, although beautiful, were too heavy for me to flip properly. I was also able to cut it to the exact length that it needed to be for me. The length that I prefer starts at the base (not the tip) of my middle finger and ends at the bend of my arm.
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bcookmagic Elite user seattle wa 472 Posts |
Hi there, Lynetta is right on the money here. I know of 2 pros who used flip sticks in their acts and both were cut down dowels. The 1/2 inch to 5/8ths is a great width. If a standard dowel is to light you can get hardwood dowels on line that are heavier...a bit of paint and your ready to go. Happy flipping..that kinda sounds bad..LOL Brian
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Pete Biro 1933 - 2018 18558 Posts |
I often use a pen, a pencil, or any old wand I might be using doing a cup routine. If it is wrong size I don't do the moves.
FYI... first time I ever saw this done was in Amsterdam by FLIP himself and was fooled so bad I had no clue. Nor did my friend Jay Marshall, sitting next to me. We were both convinced it was something complex and mechanical. I think Kevin James does it with knives.
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i_neveregret New user 10 Posts |
Thanks for the replies guys. What about the wands on the market, what brand would you guys recommend me getting? WOuld you guys recommend me a plastic wand instead of a wooden one, since it's lighter?
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Magnus Eisengrim Inner circle Sulla placed heads on 1053 Posts |
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On 2006-09-12 15:15, Pete Biro wrote: It sounds as though there may be a larger story to this meeting. Have you ever written about it, Pete? Or is the demonstration itself the full story? John
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TheAmbitiousCard Eternal Order Northern California 13425 Posts |
Cellini uses this move with his wand all the time.
And produces the wand from a coin purse. We made many wands for him and they are here... http://www.theambitiouscard.com/aItem.cfm?itemid=21 His wands were made from rosewood and are of the 12" variety.
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i_neveregret New user 10 Posts |
Thanks for the link it sure helps.
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kregg Inner circle 1950 Posts |
Definitely make your own, tailored to fit your arms and hands. I've often seen younger magicians attempt the move with store bought wands, with head shaking results.
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London Special user U.S.A. 769 Posts |
I used a flip stick routine for years in my manipulation act and I can tell you another big thing you want to consider besides the weight is the length on the stick. That is very important , especially when you get into more complicated moves. You should make your own. It will take you ten minutes. And will work much better for you in the end.
THOUGHTfully,
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Alexander Cagliostro New user 20 Posts |
I tend to use a biro (disposable plastic ballpoint pent) for this move. The wand which I own is quite heavy with metal tips. I like this wand for my cups and balls routine. It's good for the wand spin and feels nice and hefty. It's rubbish for the flipstick move though. I would agree with the other people who recommend a light wooden wand. I use flipstick as part of a one coin and pen routine for impromptu stuff. If I'm wearing a jacket then I will have a pen (and a notebook) and some money.
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i_neveregret New user 10 Posts |
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On 2006-09-14 11:22, London wrote: I'll make one then thanks for your advice |
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i_neveregret New user 10 Posts |
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On 2006-09-12 13:19, Lynetta wrote: Ok so I'm planing to make one myself but where can I find those materials? As for the wooden dowels, are they available in art and craft store? What about the paint,which type of paint would you recommend me getting? Thanks in advance |
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Lynetta Regular user Las Vegas, NV 111 Posts |
You can usually find them at Michael's, Joann's, Hobby Lobby, even most hardware stores sell wooden dowels.
Cut the wand to the proper size for you and sand it. As for paint, I've used different types, but Krylon spray paint should work fine. I taped the ends with masking tape and painted the middle section a dark color. Once that dried completely, I removed the original tape then I taped the center section and painted the ends a light color or white. After that dried, I removed the tape; used wet/dry sandpaper or steel wool and smoothed the finish; and then I sprayed on a clear finish. If you don't want to spray paint the wand, you can stain it or buy small bottles of paint and rub the paint on with an old cloth. If you just stain the center section and not the ends, that will give you a nice color contrast. However, I would still spray a clear finish on it. Take your time and do it right. If it's for your show, you want it to look nice, so don't try to rush through it. I hope this has helped. Lynetta |
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i_neveregret New user 10 Posts |
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On 2006-09-18 12:11, Lynetta wrote: Thanks a lot Lynetta, I'll take your advice and now I'm going out to get the spray paint and wooden dowels. Thanks again |
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London Special user U.S.A. 769 Posts |
Another good thing to finish the dowl with is a good contact paper. That's what I have on mine. It is a very shiny glittery silver with glittery red tips. Paint is fine too. But contact paper works very well. I used that on mine because it made it show up very well on stage with a spot light on it. Really it is only limited to your imagination.
If you feel up to it, you could take the time to drill tiny little holes and place little "jewels" in them or what ever. Either way just have fun with it and good luck. And as you already know practice, practice, practice. Timing and angles are very important with the flip stick. All the best, London
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i_neveregret New user 10 Posts |
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On 2006-09-19 10:05, London wrote: Great idea thanks London. |
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Signor Blitz Elite user 419 Posts |
I use a drum stick with the tip cut off. I guess that would make it a broken drum stick! (Yes my serendipitous moments are slow in forming, but at least I am not a MIME!)
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kid iowa Loyal user Oklahoma 300 Posts |
Does anyone else have the problem of noise when the flip move is done? I've been working on it, and the majority of the time I get a *whack* when the move is executed. If I do it any slower the move is seen, with the right speed and up/down movement I get the noise. Any suggestions?
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