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warren Inner circle uk 4923 Posts 
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I used to perform a fast and loose routine many years ago but can't remember one of the moves, is there a method taught somewhere for laying the chain so that the spectator always wins and if so where can I find it as I can't remember it ?
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NicholasD25 Special user 523 Posts
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It’s probably in taught in School for Scoundrels Fast and Loose. But, generally, it just involves an extra twist when forming the figure eight.
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warren Inner circle uk 4923 Posts
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I know the basic moves but I'm sure there is away of having the spectator win whatever side they choose.
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NicholasD25 Special user 523 Posts
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When forming the figure eight for fast on one side and loose on the other with your right hand, give the chain an extra half-twist. You’ll see three loops in the center of the chain. Form the figure eight with the two loops on the left and both sides will catch.
It can also be done off the table ( Bob Bengel’s All in Air Endless Chain ) |
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warren Inner circle uk 4923 Posts
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Thanks that's exacly what I was looking for
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timph New user 64 Posts
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A bit OT but where can I get a decent F&L chain without paying a fortune. Just want a endless French rope chain and happy with whatever metal it's made from. There's some nice ones out there but I can't justify spending £60 or more. Any sources for low cost options? Tried eBay.
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NicholasD25 Special user 523 Posts
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I have a couple of dozen chains , including French rope chains. I prefer the ball chains. My go to chain is a variation of a ball chain in which the balls don’t roll when placed on a hard surface. They’re still being sold by Chris Manos on his website and they’re very inexpensive.
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Threecard Regular user Sunny Arizona 153 Posts
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On Mar 2, 2024, NicholasD25 wrote: I'm looking for a ball chain, do you have a link to Chris Manos site? Thank you |
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NicholasD25 Special user 523 Posts
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Www.christophermanos.com. Check under books and tricks.
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Threecard Regular user Sunny Arizona 153 Posts
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On Mar 17, 2024, NicholasD25 wrote: Great, thank you!! |
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trickster2000 Loyal user Toronto 288 Posts
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The link doesn't work
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vinod_furtado New user 66 Posts
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Which is the best one available as of date
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Bluesman Special user Florida 585 Posts
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On Feb 13, 2024, warren wrote: The figure eight isn't the only pattern for the fast and loose trick. If you want the chain to catch their finger every time I would suggest making the rose pattern. |
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warren Inner circle uk 4923 Posts
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Thanks for your input Bluesman I'm already familiar with the rose pattern which I used to perform many years ago however in this instance it was the figure of eight pattern I was interested in but I'm all sorted now
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