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yabi New user Cherry Hill, NJ 92 Posts 
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On 2012-03-22 16:58, chrom wrote: Found this, hope it helps: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJFgxgKd_G0 |
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saurabh New user 86 Posts
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Hey Yabi!
We use the same sleights and are both partial to Aviators! Haha Speaking of maintaining quality of cards, there are a couple of videos which I found particularly good teaching how to condition the deck. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDOj6ycFAr4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHSOaMB3u9w Powdering isn't too useful for magic, but conditioning the edges makes life a lot easier. As for the purpose of the topic, IMO the best quality would have to be Richard Turner decks because of the stock and finish. And they're trad cut. Closely following on my list are Archduke Eagle Backs which have very stiff and durable stock and are not too slippery, perfect for sleight of hand. And cheaper to me because they're made in my country. And my vote goes to Aviators as well. |
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critter Inner circle Spokane, WA 2598 Posts
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As soon as I can put some weight on my ankle I'm gonna' swing by Walgreen's and pick up some of those Studs to try next.
"The fool is one who doesn't know what you have just found out."
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shazzy Regular user 118 Posts
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Bee works the best.
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panlives Inner circle 2087 Posts
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On 2012-05-20 10:34, shazzy wrote: Cards don't work. Kind of like guns don't kill people.
"Is there any point to which you would wish to draw my attention?"
"To the curious incident of the dog in the night-time." "The dog did nothing in the night-time." "That was the curious incident," remarked Sherlock Holmes. |
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critter Inner circle Spokane, WA 2598 Posts
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Got some of the Studs on Saturday. I think I like the Aviators better, but these do seem to take a beating better than bikes.
So far I think the Aviators are my favorite cards. Now, I'm no card expert so take my opinions for what you will.
"The fool is one who doesn't know what you have just found out."
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Steven Youell V.I.P. 3866 Posts
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I can't find Aviators at a good price anywhere....
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saurabh New user 86 Posts
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On 2012-05-25 03:34, Steven Youell wrote: Dunno if you can find them locally, but online, Penguin has a great price: http://www.penguinmagic.com/p/S5573 Or if you want to buy bulk then try: http://www.kardwell.com/aviator.htm |
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critter Inner circle Spokane, WA 2598 Posts
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On 2012-05-25 03:34, Steven Youell wrote: I don't know where you live but I got them at a supermarket called Fred Meyer for $1.99 a pack. Dan & Dave have them too, but not as cheap as Penguin.
"The fool is one who doesn't know what you have just found out."
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Steven Youell V.I.P. 3866 Posts
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I knew about Kardwell, but in order to get the price down you've gotta order a boatload.
Penguin might be my best bet. Aviators are soft cards and the pass work you can do with them is excellent. SEY |
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dattyw New user How long is the fence? 53 Posts
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Albertson's grocery Store in CA carries Aviators.
David |
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Steve Haynes Inner circle Southeastern United States 1119 Posts
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Soft and weave really good as well.
Liked these for years. |
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Steven Youell V.I.P. 3866 Posts
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On 2012-05-25 18:17, dattyw wrote: NOW we're talking. I'll go there tomorrow. SEY |
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critter Inner circle Spokane, WA 2598 Posts
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We have Albertson's here too, didn't know they went that far
"The fool is one who doesn't know what you have just found out."
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Steven Youell V.I.P. 3866 Posts
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On 2012-05-25 18:17, dattyw wrote: David-- two different Albertson's and not ONE single deck of Aviators. I even read the shelf labels and they apparently don't carry them in the San Diego area. and I was SO excited.... 
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MaxfieldsMagic Inner circle Instead of practicing, I made 3010 Posts
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This reminds me of when I first tried alcohol. All beer tasted the same (ie, nasty). Some folks talked about the "good beers," and I tried them, but it was pretty much lost on me. Then, gradually, you do begin to notice the differences. Subtly at first, then eventually it is clear.
Different decks definitely have their own pros and cons, most of which I'm probably still not appreciating as a relative novice compared with many here. But I like Studs for their faroing ability and general handling, Aristocrats for the same reasons, Aviators because they're tough, Tally Ho's because they're classy and seem like a good all purpose deck, and Bikes because they're instantly recognizable (but for pretty much no other reason). Not a huge fan of the Turner Bikes - I farrow with the Gertner method, and they seem to take longer than others to break in. Plus, they don't seem to cling as well for DLs as some other brands.
Now appearing nightly in my basement.
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Jordan Frizzell New user 4 Posts
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On 2012-05-25 03:34, Steven Youell wrote: Have you tried here? http://www.batteriesandbutter.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc? just type in, "cards" Jordan |
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critter Inner circle Spokane, WA 2598 Posts
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They're all over the internet. I've seen them for a buck a pack on eBay, but then they charge three bucks for shipping. Guess I lucked out with where I found them.
If you fly anywhere soon you might check the airport. I hear they sell them at most airports.
"The fool is one who doesn't know what you have just found out."
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dattyw New user How long is the fence? 53 Posts
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SEY,
That's terrible, I'm sorry about that. The one a mile from me carries them in Poker and Jumbo index. Wonder why Bakersfield would have them but not San Diego? David |
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dattyw New user How long is the fence? 53 Posts
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The Batteries and butters site seels a dozen for $12 before shipping. That's a better price than Albertson's.
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