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SpellbinderEntertainment Inner circle West Coast 3519 Posts 
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Who here might have an interest in creating
or having manufactured, a very high-level Zombie Ball (none really exist now) and working on a project to produce and sell an unique and the definitive and complete Zombie Sets for the professional magician and collectors of limited editions? R&TII was going to venture into this until Jake had to sell. Magically, Walt Spellbinder Entertainment Author: Tales of Enchantment |
Bill Hegbli Eternal Order Fort Wayne, Indiana 22797 Posts
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I really do not think there is a market for another Zombie Ball. If you remember the Tommy Wonder Zombie. I do not think many were sold for $300.00 then the Stevens Magic never supplied any after the 1st batch was sold. Wonder's ball had limited presentation possibilities built into it.
Your question does not explain exactly what you are speaking about, are you just thinking of making an ordinary Zombie Ball? No special features. What is really needed is the old extension gimmick. It was made years ago and noone has made it since. Or are you suggesting a stage floating ball of large size. Owen's Magic already makes their Okito Floating Ball. It is high quality and is very expensive. Elaborate if you care to express your idea. |
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SpellbinderEntertainment Inner circle West Coast 3519 Posts
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It is curious how many of your posts immediately follow mine, and what a significant difference of opinion we generally have.
No-- I do not mean an Okito style ball, and yes Owen makes a quality one. If you read my post you’ll see I clearly stated “Zombie.” I also said “set” meaning more than a ball. This includes one of a kind unique and original thinking, ball, foulard, “stand” and gimmick. This is nothing like the Wonder or Losander balls. Please do not attempt to discourage the readers here by suggesting there are more than enough Zombie balls already, none are currently made correctly. You also state there is no market; have you done the market research I have over the past several years? There is indeed a market or Jake would not have had in interest in the project. Are you a metal worker or manufacturer? That would be the only reason I see for such a response. There I have “elaborated” as you dictated. I so very much appreciate your thoughtful post, and suspect that I will see you soon, after my next posts. Magically, Walt |
tabman Inner circle USA 5946 Posts
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On 2010-10-08 17:12, SpellbinderEntertainment wrote:....I also said “set” meaning more than a ball. This includes one of a kind unique and original thinking, ball, foulard, “stand” and gimmick.... This sounds great. If you need a nice, rich looking wooden case with dovetailed corners to put it all in, let me know. Good luck with it.
...Your professional woodworking and "tender" loving care in the products you make, make the wait worthwhile. Thanks for all you do...
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SpellbinderEntertainment Inner circle West Coast 3519 Posts
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Thanks Tabman, that WILL be a part of the mix! Walt
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hugmagic Inner circle 7665 Posts
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I can always do the foulards.
BTW, I am checking with a friend to see if he would interested working on your project. He previously worked on Tommy Wonder's stuff. Richard
Richard E. Hughes, Hughes Magic Inc., 352 N. Prospect St., Ravenna, OH 44266 (330)296-4023
www.hughesmagic.com email-hugmagic@raex.com Write direct as I will be turning off my PM's. |
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SpellbinderEntertainment Inner circle West Coast 3519 Posts
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Very cool, your foulards would be excellent,
I've had a few interesting PMs on other components too. I'm hoping I can land a dealer/manufacturer/distributor type person to back this type of thing. Without an ample budget and a marketing system in place it would not be a worthwhile project. Thanks, Walt |
JamesinLA Inner circle Los Angeles 3400 Posts
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Walt,
Can you give any indications of what will be special about your set as opposed to the ordinary zombies? Thanks. Jim
Oh, my friend we're older but no wiser, for in our hearts the dreams are still the same...
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donrodrigo Special user U.S.A. and Europe 635 Posts
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Need to see a demo of this idea. The Losander floating method, I for one do not care for it.
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SpellbinderEntertainment Inner circle West Coast 3519 Posts
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I can't provide a video or explanation on the public forum or to individuals without a specific interest. And a demo would only show a performance, useless to the inner workings and secrets.
As it is proprietary, I don't want to release all the innovations, improvements, and method enhancements, to protect the idea (you know how manufacturers can be with rip offs.) I will say that each and every component is different from others on the market, and unique to the set. That includes "base" style, ball, gimmick, foulard, presentations, not Losander or Wonder or Grant or any other maker. Thanks, Walt |
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Dan Ford Special user Illinois 754 Posts
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Sounds great and there is always room for new ideas and changes in this type of ball.
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JamesinLA Inner circle Los Angeles 3400 Posts
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One feature I think would be good would be some way to keep the ball from slipping under the silk. Tommy Wonder used a pin I believe on top of the ball. Also perhaps more than one type of gimmick connections for the fingers.
Jim
Oh, my friend we're older but no wiser, for in our hearts the dreams are still the same...
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illusionman2 Special user 991 Posts
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On 2010-10-19 13:37, SpellbinderEntertainment wrote: When and if you sell what price point will you put on the product? |
flight10 New user 70 Posts
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I have used a few different floating balls in the past. My first was an india made themacoal ball with glitter paint. Then a Kwans floating ball. Tried the sphear that was sold by Tannen's but just did not like it. The last was Don Wayne's that I actually enjoyed. Our audience is well educated on magic principles so we are forced to lift our standards to keep ahead of the game. I believe that is exactly what you are trying to achieve. This will not only capture new buyers but give current owners an opportunity to upgrade their floating ball effect. Go for it Walt.
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Bill Hegbli Eternal Order Fort Wayne, Indiana 22797 Posts
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Elmwood Magic says they manufacter and market magician ideas. You could submit your idea to them for consideration.
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makeupguy Inner circle 1411 Posts
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I've seen Walt's innovations on the Zombie.. and every one of them makes for a better zombie. Are they groundbreakingly different? well.. if you take them on face value.. no. But.. they DO make for a better version of the effect... The quality of his foulard is second to NONE! Hands down the best around. The cloth, the workmanship and the design are all PERFECT!
The gimmick is well thought out and more useful and comfy than anything that's on the market currently. I think he's onto something. His whole set with the box, the ball, the foulard and stuff will make new users wondering why their zombie wasn't that well made and beautiful and thought out YEARS ago. |
Mike Maturen Inner circle Michigan's Beautiful Sunrise Side 2726 Posts
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On 2010-10-19 13:37, SpellbinderEntertainment wrote: The biggest thing I would like to see improved over the standard Zombie is the gimmick. The one I have hurts like hell after a short while....
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 |
Cyberqat Inner circle You can tell I work on the net from my 2209 Posts
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Well, I love my zombie and would love to see brilliant improvements
 How much I'd pay, Im not sure. Definitely not $300, Probably not $200. Something in the $100 - $150, perhaps if I thought it was really a significant improvement.
Posted: Mar 28, 2011 4:45pm Can you give us soem idea of what limitations these improvements address and/or what they allow that traditional ball and gimmick don't?
It is always darkest just before you are eaten by a grue.
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