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Alan Munro Inner circle Kentwood, Michigan, USA 5952 Posts |
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On 2013-06-04 19:45, Robert M wrote: Just cough into your fist and dart your tongue in there. Problem solved! |
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AnthonyJD Veteran user Long Island , N.Y. 340 Posts |
The Mimesis deck works great . I too have trouble and have asked for advice too. Someone recommended the Mimesis deck and I bought one loved it. I then purchased his brainwave deck too . Mimesis magic .com. Is the site. Good luck
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CelticBob New user 4 Posts |
A product called SORTKWIK, which is a non-toxic, long lasting, non-staining fingertip moistener works very well. When I rub a little on my fingertips, I can separate R & S cards very easily.
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ahofer New user Ossining, New York 92 Posts |
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On 2013-09-01 12:51, stevemorton wrote: I'd say a single can could treat hundreds of decks. Expensive, but worth it, to me. Also check out the Krylon spray others have mentioned, I haven't tried it but it's probably a lot cheaper. |
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ahofer New user Ossining, New York 92 Posts |
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On 2013-09-02 14:04, Alan Munro wrote: Here's another solution: I just got Harry Robson's package, including a brainwave deck, his roughing stick and a bottle of "Easy Grip" finger solution. Not so impressed with the roughing stick so far (or the brainwave made with it), it doesn't work even remotely as well for me as Science Friction spray, and does leave a white residue on the cards. HOWEVER, the "Easy Grip" is outstanding, and I think it could help anybody with the ID, even with the over-treated conventional IDs (roughing fluid) that everyone's complaining about. It's like having roughed fingers, NO licking required! |
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Robert M Inner circle 2482 Posts |
I've been using a standard ID for many years, but I recently bought one of the Mimesis IDs.
Never thought I'd say this, but I'm switching to the Mimesis ID. Robert |
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Zaprig1 Elite user 470 Posts |
I stumbled on this thread and have been making my own Decks for years now for this very reason.
I received my Mimesis ID last week and I won't be going back. Highly recommended. |
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Jinx18 New user 54 Posts |
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On 2013-10-13 12:28, Zaprig1 wrote: I have been making my own decks with the krylon and am wondering what the difference or benefit to an already made deck is? I can control how rough the deck is and when it wear so out I can reapply. I am itching to buy a ID just to see e difference though. |
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videoman Inner circle 6732 Posts |
If you are really curious just buy one and check it out, they aren't very expensive.
That's the only way you'll know for sure if there is any difference. I think for a lot of folks it's just easier to buy a Mimesis for a few bucks than bother making it themselves. |
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Zack_Johnston Special user California 656 Posts |
Making an ID with Krylon helps...You can decide the amount that you would like to put on, as well as where on the card you should put it on.
I recommend this PDF available at: http://www.trickshop.com/roughing-fluid-cards.html The PDF book you get is called Rough Stuff by Joe Berg and Al Aldini. It has so many possibilities for rouging fluid. But the main reason I recommended this was for the last page because it shows a diagram of different techniques on applying rouging spray on the card. There are at least ten methods that have different affects on separating the cards. (easy, hard, strong on half but weak on other, etc) As a plus, you get do it yourself instructions for many different gaffed decks possible with rouging spray, and the presentations. God bless, Zack Johnston |
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robvh Elite user Calgary, AB 440 Posts |
Apparently, having trouble with rough & smooth decks is not a rare phenomenon! I suggest we give it a name. How about "separation anxiety"?
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robvh Elite user Calgary, AB 440 Posts |
I was about to pull the trigger on a Mimesis deck. However, I still have a standard ID in my magic drawer that is unused due to my separation anxiety. (That term is catching on already!)
Is there an efficient way to remove roughing spray from part of a playing card? The result won't be as good as a Mimesis or Science Friction solution but it might work well enough to get my unused decks into service. Rob P.. I'm contemplating removing either the top and bottom third (a la Mimesis) or the middle third (a la DoctorAmazo's suggestion... and half the work!). Your thoughts are welcome. |
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Zack_Johnston Special user California 656 Posts |
I used to cover the portions of the cards that I wanted to keep roughed with some material. I used to rub the card a couple times on my jeans or on the carpet. I don't do so any more, for it could release the toxic chemicals in the roughing spray as dust.
What I would suggest you doing is covering the portion of the card you want to keep roughed, and take this card outside. I would take an old rag or piece of fabric (clean) you wouldn't mind losing and rub the roughed card on it a few times until you take off as much fluid as you want. Remember, take it off in small quantities because it is easier to take off than to spray on. If you just want to completely take off the fluid, just rub quickly back and forth until you feel the "gravely" feeling go away. (In other words when the card gets smooth when you rub with the fabric) I hope this helped! Send me a PM if you have any problems or need suggestions with your project. Zack :bluebikes: |
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videoman Inner circle 6732 Posts |
Robvh,
Zack has a good suggestion if you have a lot more time than money at the moment. However, having to repeat that process possibly 52 times (or even 26 times) would cause me to breakdown and shell out 10 bucks for a Mimesis. Plus, I know I'd receive it sooner than I'd ever get around to rubbing it off. You could always donate your ID to a local magic club. |
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Zack_Johnston Special user California 656 Posts |
It really doesn't take that much time once you get used to taking off fluid. You know exactly how much to take off, how hard to press, how long to rub, etc.
It probably will take more times the first few tries. If you don't feel like putting the time in, definitely go with Mimesis! It is excellent quality. Zack Johnston :bluebikes: |
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robvh Elite user Calgary, AB 440 Posts |
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On 2013-11-13 18:50, videoman wrote: I thought I'd do a batch of the cards just to see how they feel and handle. Maybe do half the deck with the top & bottom "smooth", and the other half with the middle third smooth, just to compare the two styles. I give a lot of stuff away already but that was also a good suggestion. |
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Zack_Johnston Special user California 656 Posts |
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On 2013-11-16 02:26, robvh wrote: Good idea. Different people prefer different methods of roughing, as everyone handles and spreads cards differently. Some need more amounts of fluid than others...It really is a personal preference, so it is a good idea to see what works best for you. Zack Johnston :bluebikes: |
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