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Joker 808 New user 35 Posts |
Which type of Okito box have you found works best? Is it worth buying and putting in my routine and do you include it in your own? I don't see it being very spectacular but prove me wrong,
Olly
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Rob Johnston Inner circle Utah 2060 Posts |
Roy Kueppers has a very affordable set of boxes. The set comes with a boston and Okito plus lid. You can also buy additional accessories. I like the brass boxes but I hear the aluminum are just as good. They don't weigh as much, but that doesn't matter to some.
"Genius is another word for magic, and the whole point of magic is that it is inexplicable." - Margot Fonteyn
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ursusminor Elite user Norway 443 Posts |
I have a small collection of Coin-boxes, but the one I use most is the Mag-Na-Coin Box from Johnson. It is a combination of an Okito, and a Boston-Box.
Bjørn
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KingStardog Inner circle 2134 Posts |
The magna box is very nice but has the Boston feature.
For an examinable Okito style box get the JO-PRO box from Johnson. Its the chop cup of coin boxes. The J.G.Thompson coin is nice but not realy needed. Either of these boxes from Johnson pack a punch that others just don't have. I own several different coin boxes in .25 and .50 cent sizes but the JO-PRO is the one that gets used. Either of these two Johnson boxes are good investments.
...think not that all wisdom is in your school. You may have studied other paths,but, it is important to remember that no matter who you are or where you come from, there is always more to learn.
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WoodRat Loyal user California 233 Posts |
Hey Olly,
Most any box will work, I use the Johnson Products brass box in US half size and a peerless set in penny size, it eventually comes down to your preference in appearance and weight. You can do alot with completely examinable boxes. The boston, magna, slot, etc... boxes are nice to add but are not really needed for a solid routine. I do use the coin box when I am working in a table w/pad setting. There is so much you can do beyond the standard "coins through the hand" trick using the TO move. I suggest you check out the book, David Roth's Expert Coin Magic. It has a complete section on coin box magic using the standard okito box. It teaches several variations of the TO, as well as many steals and loads, and switches you can use for small or slug box finishes. WoodRat
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Jonathan Townsend Eternal Order Ossining, NY 27297 Posts |
My half dollar okorto set came from Paul Diamond, long ago. It is VERY slim, and the Boston box takes just a sliver of a coin instead of a whole coin. beyond that, it's not the box that makes thing work... it's the routine.
Now looking for something in black with a knob on the top.
...to all the coins I've dropped here
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Karl Miller Elite user 494 Posts |
I just got an Okito Box from Joe Porper. It is stainless steel on the outside and coated with black Teflon on the inside. It is a wonderful piece of work.
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Vibono Magic Special user Växjö,Sweden 647 Posts |
I use the Buddha Boston and Okito boxes but also David Roth coin box set.
Vibono Mirage
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JimMaloney Inner circle 1184 Posts |
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On 2004-03-31 19:28, Jonathan Townsend wrote: Tannen's has 'em. -Jim
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swatchel-omi Regular user 116 Posts |
I have a brass set of boxes that consists of: a lid, a regular box , a boston box, a solid plug box, and a box that has a smaller inner diameter. Supposedly you could switch all these in and out and for a finish hand the coins to someone and ask them to try it. You would then hand them the small diameter box and make them look like idiots for not being able to do do something as simle as putting the coins in the box.
I also have a copper box that I bought when I first started. I have no idea who made the copper box, but it is deep and will hold 7 half dollars. When I used to perform the trick, I would use the copper box and do the Ken Brooke routine with (apparently) one coin and a box of cards. For a finish I would load a silver mylar coil that is half dollar size in the box and do a sort of hat coil finish, ending up with a huge pile of silver streamer on the table. What a pain it was rolling up the mylar. Obviously I only did the trick once a night. Mike Gallo has one of the best Okito Box routines I've ever seen. It makes a lot of sense. I don't want to give away his idea, but if you see him, maybe he'll show it to you. |
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j New user Belton, Missouri 33 Posts |
I like using the Dragon Okito box, myself. There's just something about silver-toned products in a sea of brass that sets it apart.
Man, I hope he chooses a card soon!
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themagicofjoseph Loyal user 214 Posts |
I use Bob Farmer and Roy Kueppers Mojo Boogie Boxes. These are great! Had them for three years and still look new. Lathe turned high grade aluminum, brushed tops, balanced great. Well worth checking out. They feel good in hand and look great.
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mike gallo Inner circle 1341 Posts |
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Mike Gallo has one of the best Okito Box routines I've ever seen. It makes a lot of sense. I don't want to give away his idea, but if you see him, maybe he'll show it to you. Oh really, would you be so kind as to give me a hint so I know which one to do if asked... Mike |
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swatchel-omi Regular user 116 Posts |
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On 2004-04-01 18:48, themagicofjoseph wrote: I just checked them out on the their website. They look great, and they're not expensive either ! Do you do the 3 box routine ? Joe H |
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Brian Roberts Regular user Georgia 200 Posts |
Okito stuff is great! The main reason is because it gives you a broader range of effects with your coins. Check out Roth's Expert Coin Magic for the definitive source on the subject. I have Roy Kueppers brass set, a Johnson set, and a great Jim Zee box with a noiseless feature. Slot box's can be really fun as well. Cheers!
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themagicofjoseph Loyal user 214 Posts |
Yes swatchel....I use about the same moves with slight changes...but yes, I use 3 to start the 2 at end.
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Dougini Inner circle The Beautiful State Of Maine 7130 Posts |
For the money, I have not found a better Okito box than the Buddha Boxes...Chazpro now makes 'em in quarter/Euro size! Look here:
http://www.chazpro.com/Product_Line/Prod......uddhabox Check out their Magic Homepage for the quarter/Euro size! Doug |
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Joker 808 New user 35 Posts |
Thanks for all the advice, its been useful. I own a boston box myself but haven't found any amazing tricks with it yet. In Bobo's coin magic there are a few but none that are outstanding. Does anyone know where I can find some startling routines?
Olly
What's that rabbit doing on your face?
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Lee Brown New user 65 Posts |
I have the Paul Diamond "Hoo's Coin Box." It has some interesting accessories and possibilities.
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Magyckmyke New user Lafayette La 57 Posts |
After seeing Mr Roth perform his box routine at the COINvention I had to dig out my boxes and play when I returned home.I thought I had watched carefully and learned a few new things.
Mr Roth's flawless efforts make it seem so easy. If I was buying a new set of boxes I would get his boxes and learn the routine I can't imagine any other being better. |
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