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This turtle is a realistic hand sculptured shell that the mold was made from. Each shell is made by doing a two step casting. The first step is applying a cold cast bronze exterior layer, then the interior is made of black resin.
The second step bonds both materials together as one.
This brings the right weight and a good contrasting color match. The shell weight is about 50 grams.
The shells are very easy to grip. The fingers fit very well between the turtle legs and the bottom edge of the turtle shell.
The set comes with a bronze turtle shell ball holder that holds three 3/8" yellow turtle eggs.
Also comes with a 1" yellow sponge ball that can be used for an added surprise if you like.
The sponge ball can be loaded into a shell when turning a shell back over on the surface and the shell can even be re-lifted without the ball falling out to appear to be an empty shell. The shell can also be moved without the sponge ball coming out.
To produce the ball you just lift the shell with a little wiggle on the surface.
This is a beautiful shell set!
Specifications
Cold Cast Bronze & Black Resin - Type Shell; Classic Type Bottom Shell exterior; 3” L X 1-3/4” W X 1-1/8” H
Shell interior; 1-1/8" diameter & 3/4" depth
Weight; 50 grams per shell
Balls; 3/8" soft rubber balls. Yellow
The second step bonds both materials together as one.
This brings the right weight and a good contrasting color match. The shell weight is about 50 grams.
The shells are very easy to grip. The fingers fit very well between the turtle legs and the bottom edge of the turtle shell.
The set comes with a bronze turtle shell ball holder that holds three 3/8" yellow turtle eggs.
Also comes with a 1" yellow sponge ball that can be used for an added surprise if you like.
The sponge ball can be loaded into a shell when turning a shell back over on the surface and the shell can even be re-lifted without the ball falling out to appear to be an empty shell. The shell can also be moved without the sponge ball coming out.
To produce the ball you just lift the shell with a little wiggle on the surface.
This is a beautiful shell set!
Specifications
Cold Cast Bronze & Black Resin - Type Shell; Classic Type Bottom Shell exterior; 3” L X 1-3/4” W X 1-1/8” H
Shell interior; 1-1/8" diameter & 3/4" depth
Weight; 50 grams per shell
Balls; 3/8" soft rubber balls. Yellow
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This shell has some unique design features. The sure rim grip is elevated 5/16" from the surface to have a solid grip on a shell for good shell control.
The bottom of the shell has an inner & outer bottom rim tapper, for smooth ball steals & loads.
The inside of the shell has equal headspace in all areas of the shell, so the ball will never touches the top wall of the shell. This means the ball can be anywhere in the shell when releasing the shell and there will never be any movement of the shell.
This interior shell design brings the feature that the shells can also work with a cork ball.
The use of the cork ball was how the shell game was originally done without the use of any shills in play. Which is how the magician must play, without any shills in play.
When using a cork ball with these type shells the game is now a unpredictable game for even the one that knows how the shell game is done. Because the cork ball will stay inside the shell when the shells are moved around on the surface that makes it a fair game. The only thing that is unfair is the shell operator. The shell operator has full control on when to play fair to setup the con and when to play unfair to win. Also, everything can be fully examined at anytime without switching anything out.
The use of a cork ball with the shells does require a little different type handling than working with with a soft ball.
The handling is the same as the Bottom Ridge shell handling, that brings all the Bottom Ridge shell features without the bottom ridge. Cork ball handling instructions are included with purchase.
The use of the cork ball was how the shell game was originally done without the use of any shills in play. Which is how the magician must play, without any shills in play.
When using a cork ball with these type shells the game is now a unpredictable game for even the one that knows how the shell game is done. Because the cork ball will stay inside the shell when the shells are moved around on the surface that makes it a fair game. The only thing that is unfair is the shell operator. The shell operator has full control on when to play fair to setup the con and when to play unfair to win. Also, everything can be fully examined at anytime without switching anything out.
The use of a cork ball with the shells does require a little different type handling than working with with a soft ball.
The handling is the same as the Bottom Ridge shell handling, that brings all the Bottom Ridge shell features without the bottom ridge. Cork ball handling instructions are included with purchase.
The set comes with three soft white turtle egg balls and a turtle shell three ball holder.
The third ball is in the center of the holder and the center ball can be taken out by blowing on one open end of the shell ball holder. The set also comes with one 3/8" cork ball to try out with the shells. that will require a little different type handling than working with with a soft ball.
Shell and ball handling instructions are included with purchase.
The third ball is in the center of the holder and the center ball can be taken out by blowing on one open end of the shell ball holder. The set also comes with one 3/8" cork ball to try out with the shells. that will require a little different type handling than working with with a soft ball.
Shell and ball handling instructions are included with purchase.
The whole set fits in a custom hard tube case with a plastic dome cap.
The plastic dome case cap can work a perfect fit shell trap for your shell routine finish.
A nice working shell set and a good set for the shell collectors!
Shell Specifications
Plastic resin - Type Shell; Classic Type Bottom
Shell 2” L X 1-3/8” W X 7/8” H
Weight; 8.5 grams per shell
The plastic dome case cap can work a perfect fit shell trap for your shell routine finish.
A nice working shell set and a good set for the shell collectors!
Shell Specifications
Plastic resin - Type Shell; Classic Type Bottom
Shell 2” L X 1-3/8” W X 7/8” H
Weight; 8.5 grams per shell
Turtle Back Shells
Contents
3 - Turtle Back Shells
3 - white Soft Balls
1 - Turtle Shell 3 Ball Holder
1 - 3/8" natural Cork Ball
1 - Custom Hard Tube Set Case with Plastic Dome Cap/Shell Trap
1 - Drawstring Bag
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So what is a hedgehog? It is a small nocturnal old world mammal with a spiny coat and short legs, able to roll itself into a ball. They are getting popular for pets today. A curious type creature that is entertained by crawling into items. Like the shell set of 3 Hedgehogs in the shells. If you look at the inside of the shell, you will see the bottom of the Hedgehog is rolled up into a ball and its head out of the top of the shell.
The picture to the left is a baby Hedgehog that is rolled up into a ball. The object of the game is for the spectator to keep track on which shell has the baby Hedgehog that is the ball.
The picture to the left is a baby Hedgehog that is rolled up into a ball. The object of the game is for the spectator to keep track on which shell has the baby Hedgehog that is the ball.
The set comes with four larger 7/16" white soft textured balls. The white textured ball represents a baby hedgehog that is rolled up in a ball. The use of a softball working with the bottom ridge type shell brings a whole different meaning for using a softball. Only for the reason of not bringing any sound for the player to hear which shell has the ball. Unlike other shells, everything can be fully examined at any time without switching anything out. As the only unfair thing is the operator, not the items being used.
The shells have the new bottom ridge design. This brings many features that will even fool the ones that are in the know of how the shell game is normally done. This new design brings full control of the ball. You are never forced to take the ball. The shell with the ball can be moved around on the surface fairly without the ball coming out. This is a big feature, as you are able to show that the ball is where it should be by lifting the shells during the shuffle to get them to follow the shell you want them to follow. Once they see that everything looks fair you steal the ball after the shell had just been showed to have the ball.
Then the ball is loaded into another shell after you just showed it to be an empty shell. The great thing is now after loading a different shell all the shells can be moved fairly without the ball coming out, unlike other shells.
This makes them an unpredictable shell.
Then the ball is loaded into another shell after you just showed it to be an empty shell. The great thing is now after loading a different shell all the shells can be moved fairly without the ball coming out, unlike other shells.
This makes them an unpredictable shell.
The solid hedgehog tube cap can also hold a hidden extra ball. This can come in handy for the ones that want to do something creative with their shell routine.
Specifications
Off white plastic resin with applied black dye.
Shell bottom base 1-3/8” D X 1-1/2” H 10.5 grams per shell
Bottom Ridge type shell.
Specifications
Off white plastic resin with applied black dye.
Shell bottom base 1-3/8” D X 1-1/2” H 10.5 grams per shell
Bottom Ridge type shell.
Hedgehog Bottom Ridge Shell Set
Contents
3 - Hedgehog Bottom Ridge Shells
4 - White Texture 7/16" Balls
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder
1 - Set Carry Tube - with end cap and solid hedgehog top cap
3 - Hedgehog Bottom Ridge Shells
4 - White Texture 7/16" Balls
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder
1 - Set Carry Tube - with end cap and solid hedgehog top cap
What the Hidden Bottom Ridge design shell brings to the table for the 3 shell game.
It gives the shell operator full control of the ball inside the shell. The shell operator is never forced to take the ball. This makes it an unpredictable shell. You can even fool the ones that are in the know of how the standard shell game is done. As no one can predict when you steal or load the ball from the shell. The Hidden Bottom Ridge feature gives the ball a free rolling path inside the shell. But you can steal the ball anytime you choose too.
This is not a gimmick. It is just the opposite, it makes it a fair shell to sell the con of the game. The hidden ridge never holds or hides the ball in the shell. The softball is looked on as being used for a different reason. Only for not bringing any sound inside the shell. Everything can even be fully examined without switching anything out.
The only type shell with no clues, no rules and nothing to hide.
It gives the shell operator full control of the ball inside the shell. The shell operator is never forced to take the ball. This makes it an unpredictable shell. You can even fool the ones that are in the know of how the standard shell game is done. As no one can predict when you steal or load the ball from the shell. The Hidden Bottom Ridge feature gives the ball a free rolling path inside the shell. But you can steal the ball anytime you choose too.
This is not a gimmick. It is just the opposite, it makes it a fair shell to sell the con of the game. The hidden ridge never holds or hides the ball in the shell. The softball is looked on as being used for a different reason. Only for not bringing any sound inside the shell. Everything can even be fully examined without switching anything out.
The only type shell with no clues, no rules and nothing to hide.
The shells are easy to grip and control. The shell set can work well for larger type crowds, as the shell is 2" diameter x 1-1/2" high and the bright orange color makes the shells very easy to see from a distance. The set comes with larger type yellow 7/16" seed balls that also stand out with a good contrast to the shells. The shells can work well with even larger balls, like 1/2" or 9/16" working for large crowds.
The softballs are one of best balls you will find to work the shell game. The softness of this type ball brings smoother ball steals and will form to the fingers for easy ball control with your fingers.
The shells have an entirely flat surface that has no visual clues. Another cool feature with these type shells, after you steal the ball from one shell and then load the ball into another shell the newly loaded shell can be moved around fairly on the surface without the ball coming out.
The softballs are one of best balls you will find to work the shell game. The softness of this type ball brings smoother ball steals and will form to the fingers for easy ball control with your fingers.
The shells have an entirely flat surface that has no visual clues. Another cool feature with these type shells, after you steal the ball from one shell and then load the ball into another shell the newly loaded shell can be moved around fairly on the surface without the ball coming out.
The set comes with a 1-1/2" orange sponge ball for a surprise finish, where the seed grows into the inside fruit of a Mandarin.
Shell Specifications
Mandarin orange plastic resin.
2” w X 1-1/2” H 1 oz. per shell.
Hidden Bottom Ridge type shell.
Shell Specifications
Mandarin orange plastic resin.
2” w X 1-1/2” H 1 oz. per shell.
Hidden Bottom Ridge type shell.
The set carry case was designed to bring many features; Compact case 4" H x 2" D. Transparent to always know whats inside. Sized for everything to have a good cushion fit. The case and cap can also work as two shell traps.
Mandarin Shell Set
Contents
3 - Mandarin Shells
4 - 7/16" KDS Yellow Balls
1 - 1-1/2" Super Soft Sponge Ball
1 - Custom Clear Tube Set Case with Cap Traps
3 - Mandarin Shells
4 - 7/16" KDS Yellow Balls
1 - 1-1/2" Super Soft Sponge Ball
1 - Custom Clear Tube Set Case with Cap Traps
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This is a great set for a pirate theme display. Comes with five larger 7/16" yellow balls that represent the pirate's gold.
The object of the game is for the player to keep track of which pirate barrel has the gold to win.
But a pirate never plays fair!
Comes with many extra accessories to deliver some fun surprises while the spectator tries to find which of the three pirate barrels has the gold. All the shells fit in a custom 3" Black tube with two solid custom pirate end caps, Pic 1, 2 & 3. The top cap has a hole on the bottom of cap that holds an unknown extra ball, Pic 3. The top cap is taken off to pour out the shells and the little barrel with the ball. The cap with the extra ball is placed out of the play area along with the tube case and both will come back into play later, for your ending surprise. You take the ball out of the little barrel and explain the rules of the game on what they need to do to win. You put the little barrel out of the play area also.
The game is started and displayed where everything appears to be fair but the gold is never in the barrel they pick.
So you tell them that this time I'll make it where I can't cheat. You place a barrel over the ball and put the tube case over the barrel and moved it over to the player and you have them hold all down with their finger on top.
"Now the gold is trapped under your finger tip. The other two shells are picked up to show they are empty and nothing in your hands.
"It appears you finally have the gold." "But that would be too easy, now wouldn't it?
I think the gold is really in this barrel."'
As all of the above is going on with the debate on which barrel has the gold, you have plenty time to finger clip four gold doubloon coins from where ever it is the easiest for you. You also get rid of the stolen ball at the same time.
Picture 5 shows the finger clipped coins but without holding the shell.
Most likely they will stick with the barrel under their fingertip. It won't matter. As none of the barrels have the ball at this point.
The player takes the tube shell trap off and lifts the barrel to find no gold again.
Now you take hold of the barrel you told them that had the gold and as soon as the barrel is picked up off the surface the four gold coins are released where it will look like they came out of the barrel.
"I told you this barrel had the gold and real gold coins. Not the fake stuff that ended up over here.
You push the ball out from under the top cap,as in pic 6. I like to put all the coins back in the barrel like in putting things away for them to see that all four coins do fit in the barrel, Pic 5. This will help re-enforce the coins did come out of the pirate barrel.
These are just a few ideas on how this set could be used as a starting point for you to explore and find what could be a better way for you. There are many different ways this set could be used to bring some scallywag fun.
Specifications
Black plastic resin
Shells: 1-3/4” D X 5/8” H
This is a great set for a pirate theme display. Comes with five larger 7/16" yellow balls that represent the pirate's gold.
The object of the game is for the player to keep track of which pirate barrel has the gold to win.
But a pirate never plays fair!
Comes with many extra accessories to deliver some fun surprises while the spectator tries to find which of the three pirate barrels has the gold. All the shells fit in a custom 3" Black tube with two solid custom pirate end caps, Pic 1, 2 & 3. The top cap has a hole on the bottom of cap that holds an unknown extra ball, Pic 3. The top cap is taken off to pour out the shells and the little barrel with the ball. The cap with the extra ball is placed out of the play area along with the tube case and both will come back into play later, for your ending surprise. You take the ball out of the little barrel and explain the rules of the game on what they need to do to win. You put the little barrel out of the play area also.
The game is started and displayed where everything appears to be fair but the gold is never in the barrel they pick.
So you tell them that this time I'll make it where I can't cheat. You place a barrel over the ball and put the tube case over the barrel and moved it over to the player and you have them hold all down with their finger on top.
"Now the gold is trapped under your finger tip. The other two shells are picked up to show they are empty and nothing in your hands.
"It appears you finally have the gold." "But that would be too easy, now wouldn't it?
I think the gold is really in this barrel."'
As all of the above is going on with the debate on which barrel has the gold, you have plenty time to finger clip four gold doubloon coins from where ever it is the easiest for you. You also get rid of the stolen ball at the same time.
Picture 5 shows the finger clipped coins but without holding the shell.
Most likely they will stick with the barrel under their fingertip. It won't matter. As none of the barrels have the ball at this point.
The player takes the tube shell trap off and lifts the barrel to find no gold again.
Now you take hold of the barrel you told them that had the gold and as soon as the barrel is picked up off the surface the four gold coins are released where it will look like they came out of the barrel.
"I told you this barrel had the gold and real gold coins. Not the fake stuff that ended up over here.
You push the ball out from under the top cap,as in pic 6. I like to put all the coins back in the barrel like in putting things away for them to see that all four coins do fit in the barrel, Pic 5. This will help re-enforce the coins did come out of the pirate barrel.
These are just a few ideas on how this set could be used as a starting point for you to explore and find what could be a better way for you. There are many different ways this set could be used to bring some scallywag fun.
Specifications
Black plastic resin
Shells: 1-3/4” D X 5/8” H
Scallywag Shell Set
Contents
3 - Scallywag Shells
5 - 7/16 KDS Yellow Balls
4 - Gold doubloon Replica Coins
1 - Black Pea Pod 3 Ball Holder
1 - Black Barrel Single Ball Holder
1 - Shell Case with Custom Caps
1 Accessory Bag
3 - Scallywag Shells
5 - 7/16 KDS Yellow Balls
4 - Gold doubloon Replica Coins
1 - Black Pea Pod 3 Ball Holder
1 - Black Barrel Single Ball Holder
1 - Shell Case with Custom Caps
1 Accessory Bag
The interior of the shell is designed to work with a soft ball or a cork ball.
If the shells are used with a cork ball it brings most all of the features as the
bottom ridge type shell. With no clues, no rules and nothing to hide.
The Boater, Bowler and Top hats shell sets were made over ten years ago for working theme type parties and are now being released so others can take their game even further.
If the shells are used with a cork ball it brings most all of the features as the
bottom ridge type shell. With no clues, no rules and nothing to hide.
The Boater, Bowler and Top hats shell sets were made over ten years ago for working theme type parties and are now being released so others can take their game even further.
Specifications
Black plastic resin - non-ridge
Bowler Hat shell: 1-13/16” L X 7/16” W X 9/16” H
Weight 10 grams per shell
Black plastic resin - non-ridge
Bowler Hat shell: 1-13/16” L X 7/16” W X 9/16” H
Weight 10 grams per shell
Bowler Hat Shells - Non Ridge
Contents
3 - Bowler Hat Shells - Non- Ridge
4 - 3/8" Red Balls
2 - 5/16" Natural Cork Balls
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder - Black
1 - Pea Pod 3 Ball Holder - Black
1 - Shell bag
1 - Accessory bag
3 - Bowler Hat Shells - Non- Ridge
4 - 3/8" Red Balls
2 - 5/16" Natural Cork Balls
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder - Black
1 - Pea Pod 3 Ball Holder - Black
1 - Shell bag
1 - Accessory bag
These are the same shell set as above, but are cold cast nickel/silver. They have the vintage look that brings out the fine detail on the hat band and hat rim. These shells handle great with the extra weight to them. A beautiful set of shells. This set is without the bottom ridge.
The interior of the shell is designed to work with a soft ball or a cork ball.
If the shells are used with a cork ball it brings most all of the features as the
bottom ridge type shell. With no clues, no rules and nothing to hide.
Specifications
Cold Cast Nickel-Silver
Bowler Hat shell: 1-13/16” L X 7/16” W X 9/16” H
Weight over 1 ounce per shell (Click on images to enlarger.)
Cold Cast Nickel-Silver
Bowler Hat shell: 1-13/16” L X 7/16” W X 9/16” H
Weight over 1 ounce per shell (Click on images to enlarger.)
The Bowler Hat Collector sets comes with a special carry clear dome tube case. The tube case holds the three Bowler Hat shells and each shell are in a small draw string bag. The ball holders with balls are also in a small bag. Everything is fully cushioned for maximum protection. The little shell bags can also work well to keep your shells polished.
Clear dome tube case can work as two shell traps.
Using two shell traps to cover two shells has been used by many magicians like done by Gary Ouellet - Supershells routine.
The same type effect can be done with this clear dome cap and the tube case to cover two shells. This can work very well for your ending surprise because it is impromptu items being used. You also don't need to carry extra items to cover the shells.
Clear dome tube case can work as two shell traps.
Using two shell traps to cover two shells has been used by many magicians like done by Gary Ouellet - Supershells routine.
The same type effect can be done with this clear dome cap and the tube case to cover two shells. This can work very well for your ending surprise because it is impromptu items being used. You also don't need to carry extra items to cover the shells.
Bowler Hat - Nickel/Silver Collector Shell Set
Contents
3 - Bowler Hat Shells
Nickel/Sliver- Non- Ridge
4 - 3/8" Green Balls
2 - 5/16" Natural Cork Balls
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder - Nickel/Silver
1 - Pea Pod 3 Ball Holder - Nickel/Silver
3 - Shell Bags
1 - Accessory Bag
1 - Clear Dome Carry Tube Set Case
3 - Bowler Hat Shells
Nickel/Sliver- Non- Ridge
4 - 3/8" Green Balls
2 - 5/16" Natural Cork Balls
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder - Nickel/Silver
1 - Pea Pod 3 Ball Holder - Nickel/Silver
3 - Shell Bags
1 - Accessory Bag
1 - Clear Dome Carry Tube Set Case
These are the same shell set as above, but are cold cast Bronze. They have the vintage look that brings out the fine detail on the hat band and hat rim. These shells handle great with the extra weight to them. A beautiful set of shells. This set is without the bottom ridge.
The interior of the shell is designed to work with a soft ball or a cork ball.
If the shells are used with a cork ball it brings most all of the features as the
bottom ridge type shell. With no clues, no rules and nothing to hide.
The interior of the shell is designed to work with a soft ball or a cork ball.
If the shells are used with a cork ball it brings most all of the features as the
bottom ridge type shell. With no clues, no rules and nothing to hide.
Specifications
Cold Cast Bronze
Bowler Hat shell: 1-13/16” L X 7/16” W X 9/16” H
Weight over 1 ounce per shell
The Bowler Hat Collector sets comes with a special carry clear dome tube case. The tube case holds the three Bowler Hat shells and each shell are in a small draw string bag. The ball holders with balls are also in a small bag. Everything is fully cushioned for maximum protection. The little shell bags can also work well to keep your shells polished.
Clear dome tube case can work as two shell traps. (see nickel/silver Bowler Hat set images.)
Using two shell traps to cover two shells has been used by many magicians like done by Gary Ouellet - Supershells routine.
The same type effect can be done with this clear dome cap and the tube case to cover two shells. This can work very well for your ending surprise because it is impromptu items being used. You also don't need to carry extra items to cover the shells.
Cold Cast Bronze
Bowler Hat shell: 1-13/16” L X 7/16” W X 9/16” H
Weight over 1 ounce per shell
The Bowler Hat Collector sets comes with a special carry clear dome tube case. The tube case holds the three Bowler Hat shells and each shell are in a small draw string bag. The ball holders with balls are also in a small bag. Everything is fully cushioned for maximum protection. The little shell bags can also work well to keep your shells polished.
Clear dome tube case can work as two shell traps. (see nickel/silver Bowler Hat set images.)
Using two shell traps to cover two shells has been used by many magicians like done by Gary Ouellet - Supershells routine.
The same type effect can be done with this clear dome cap and the tube case to cover two shells. This can work very well for your ending surprise because it is impromptu items being used. You also don't need to carry extra items to cover the shells.
Bowler Hat - Bronze Collector Shell Set - Non-Ridge
Contents
3 - Bowler Hat Shells
Bronze - Non- Ridge
4 - 3/8" Green Balls
2 - 5/16" Natural Cork Balls
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder - Bronze
1 - Pea Pod 3 Ball Holder - Bronze
3 - Shell Bags
1 - Accessory Bag
1 - Clear Dome Carry Tube Set Case
3 - Bowler Hat Shells
Bronze - Non- Ridge
4 - 3/8" Green Balls
2 - 5/16" Natural Cork Balls
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder - Bronze
1 - Pea Pod 3 Ball Holder - Bronze
3 - Shell Bags
1 - Accessory Bag
1 - Clear Dome Carry Tube Set Case
Specifications
Black plastic resin: Top Hat: 2” L X 1-5/8” W X 1” H - 16 grams per shell - Non Ridge Bottom
Top Hat Shell Set - Non- Ridge
Contents
3 - Top Hat - Non- Ridge Shells
4 - 3/8" Red Balls
2 - 5/16" Natural Cork Balls
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder
1 - Pea Pod Three Ball Holder
2 - Accessory & Shell Bag
3 - Top Hat - Non- Ridge Shells
4 - 3/8" Red Balls
2 - 5/16" Natural Cork Balls
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder
1 - Pea Pod Three Ball Holder
2 - Accessory & Shell Bag
The circus and carnival barker's were well known to wear a boater type hat in the old days. This set comes with many features to build a entertaining routine with surprise and hands on fun for the spectator. The shells have entire flat surface with the hat rim being beveled on the interior and exterior that brings a smooth steal or load of the pea from the shell. The shell is very easy to grip and is balanced so well that the hat can be flipped up or back down by pressing on the back of the hat rim. This little hat can hold up to nine US quarter coins for a shocking surprise. It's hard to believe that all these coins could fit inside this little hat.
This 9 coin surprise would normally come after the player has lost a few times on picking the wrong shell with the pea, So to give them a better chance, a hat is place over the pea and covered with a clear shell trap. All is moved over to the player for the player to hold down with their finger. The other two shells are shown to be empty and placed back down. Now you try to talk the player into picking a different hat than the one they hold their finger on. " If I was playing for money I think this hat would be the money winning hat." Pointing to another hat that had just been shown to be empty. Most likely they will stay with the hat under their finger. It doesn't matter at this point as none of the hats have the pea. The player takes the clear trap off the hat and lifts the hat to find the pea is gone.
(Optional) Clear dome tube case can work as two shell traps. (see nickel/silver Bowler Hat set images.)
Using two shell traps to cover two shells has been used by many magicians like done by Gary Ouellet - Supershells routine.
The same type effect can be done with this clear dome cap and the tube case to cover two shells. This can work very well for your ending surprise because it is impromptu items being used. You also don't need to carry extra items to cover the shells.
(Optional) Clear dome tube case can work as two shell traps. (see nickel/silver Bowler Hat set images.)
Using two shell traps to cover two shells has been used by many magicians like done by Gary Ouellet - Supershells routine.
The same type effect can be done with this clear dome cap and the tube case to cover two shells. This can work very well for your ending surprise because it is impromptu items being used. You also don't need to carry extra items to cover the shells.
" Like I said this hat was the money winning hat." The hat you told them to pick is lifted and 9 coins come falling out on the surface. This is like the cups & balls surprise effect with the items coming out of it will appear that all these coins could not all fit inside.
The coins are all picked up off the surface and placed inside the hat to show they do all fit inside the hat. But the real question is, how did you get all of them coins in the hat after you had shown the hat empty?
The coins are all picked up off the surface and placed inside the hat to show they do all fit inside the hat. But the real question is, how did you get all of them coins in the hat after you had shown the hat empty?
So where is the pea? The barrel is picked up that is out of the play area and the pea is rolled out of the barrel. At the beginning of the game the pea was taken out of the barrel for play, the barrel was placed out of the play area and was never touched again till the end.
Now you give them one last chance to play a Midway game of tossing coins into the hat to win, like at a carnival. You take the coins out of the hat and place the hat on the other side of your close-up mat. You toss a few coins from your side to show how it is done. "To make it more interesting, if you can toss all nine coins in the hat, you'll win a buck. "But you have to get all nine coins inside the hat to win the cash." Getting the last coins in the hat is almost impossible. If they do, its only by rare luck.
The hat is made well for this coin toss game because the hat rim is thick and sits low to the surface where the hat won't tip-over from the coins hitting it.
This set comes with the soft type peas and can use the standard soft pea handling or our suggested handling.
The shells can also be used with cork balls for the advance users.
Specifications
Midway Boater Hat Shells: 1-7/8” L X 1-5/8” W X 5/8” H with Classic type shell bottom
The hat is made well for this coin toss game because the hat rim is thick and sits low to the surface where the hat won't tip-over from the coins hitting it.
This set comes with the soft type peas and can use the standard soft pea handling or our suggested handling.
The shells can also be used with cork balls for the advance users.
Specifications
Midway Boater Hat Shells: 1-7/8” L X 1-5/8” W X 5/8” H with Classic type shell bottom
Midway Boater Hat Shell Set
Contents
3 - MidWay Boater Hat Shells
4 - 3/8" KDS Green Peas
1 - Pea Pod 3 Pea Holder
1 - Barrel single pea holder
1 - Carry set tube case W/ top shell trap
3 - MidWay Boater Hat Shells
4 - 3/8" KDS Green Peas
1 - Pea Pod 3 Pea Holder
1 - Barrel single pea holder
1 - Carry set tube case W/ top shell trap
This shell set is the same as the above Midway set but comes with three 3/8" green cork balls & cork ball holder.
These little hat shells are one of the finest designed shells to work with a cork ball that you will find. Using a cork ball with the shells takes the shell game to a much higher level of display of the game. Working the shells with a cork ball is for the advance users. When using a cork ball with the shells it brings all the features that the bottom ridge type shells bring to the table, without the ridge bottom. The shells can be moved around on the surface where the ball stays inside the shell that makes it a fair shell game. You have full control of the ball and are never forced to take the ball till you want to. This will even fool the ones that are in the know of how the shell game works. This is because now it is not predictable of when you will steal the pea. The game is done the way the game was originally done by sleight of hand.
This makes it a true con game without having to have any shill's in play. There is nothing unfair with the shells or the cork balls. There are no gimmicks. The only unfair thing is the operator that can change the game to be a unfair game after the mark has been setup to follow the shell with the pea you want them to follow. Everything can be fully examined at anytime without switching anything out. A shell game with no clues, no rules, and anything to hide.
These little hat shells are one of the finest designed shells to work with a cork ball that you will find. Using a cork ball with the shells takes the shell game to a much higher level of display of the game. Working the shells with a cork ball is for the advance users. When using a cork ball with the shells it brings all the features that the bottom ridge type shells bring to the table, without the ridge bottom. The shells can be moved around on the surface where the ball stays inside the shell that makes it a fair shell game. You have full control of the ball and are never forced to take the ball till you want to. This will even fool the ones that are in the know of how the shell game works. This is because now it is not predictable of when you will steal the pea. The game is done the way the game was originally done by sleight of hand.
This makes it a true con game without having to have any shill's in play. There is nothing unfair with the shells or the cork balls. There are no gimmicks. The only unfair thing is the operator that can change the game to be a unfair game after the mark has been setup to follow the shell with the pea you want them to follow. Everything can be fully examined at anytime without switching anything out. A shell game with no clues, no rules, and anything to hide.
Carney Boater Hat Shell Set
Contents
3 - Carney Boater Hat Shells
3 - 3/8" Green Cork Balls
1 - Metal Cork Ball Holder
1 - Carry Tube Case
3 - Carney Boater Hat Shells
3 - 3/8" Green Cork Balls
1 - Metal Cork Ball Holder
1 - Carry Tube Case
The boater hat was a very popular sporty type hat back in the Roaring 20's during the Prohibition period.
The Boater, Bowler and Top hats shell sets were made over ten years ago for working theme type parties and are now being released so others can take their game even further.
Theme type shells sets can open many doors to fit the need for many different type parties and people.
The Boater, Bowler and Top hats shell sets were made over ten years ago for working theme type parties and are now being released so others can take their game even further.
Theme type shells sets can open many doors to fit the need for many different type parties and people.
The 3 Blind Mice Cork Ball Set has all the features to create an entertaining routine beyond the ones that are normally done.
This is because this set brings you total freedom with your imagination. As there are no clues, no rules or anything to hide to hold your imagination back. You always have full control of everything. You are never forced to do anything. You are able to do everything when and how you want. This is a big advantage over other shells that come with all the clues and rules that force you to use the rules of gambling, even when it is done for entertainment. The shells have an entire flat surface and retain the ball in the shell when moved on the surface. This makes them fair shells to bring the confidence to set the con in place that they have a chance to win. From the shuffling and lifting of the shells to show that the ball is where it should be, you will bring the con. Then at any time you choose, you can change the game in an undetected way to always bring a win. All of this is done with nothing to hide and everything can be fully examined at any time if need be.
This is because this set brings you total freedom with your imagination. As there are no clues, no rules or anything to hide to hold your imagination back. You always have full control of everything. You are never forced to do anything. You are able to do everything when and how you want. This is a big advantage over other shells that come with all the clues and rules that force you to use the rules of gambling, even when it is done for entertainment. The shells have an entire flat surface and retain the ball in the shell when moved on the surface. This makes them fair shells to bring the confidence to set the con in place that they have a chance to win. From the shuffling and lifting of the shells to show that the ball is where it should be, you will bring the con. Then at any time you choose, you can change the game in an undetected way to always bring a win. All of this is done with nothing to hide and everything can be fully examined at any time if need be.
Blind Mice Cork Ball Shell Set
Contents
3 - Blind Mice Cork Ball Shells
2 - 3/8" Orange Cork Balls
2 - 5/16" Orange Cork Balls
1 - Cork Ball Holder
1 - Mouse Trap
1 - Carry Bag
3 - Blind Mice Cork Ball Shells
2 - 3/8" Orange Cork Balls
2 - 5/16" Orange Cork Balls
1 - Cork Ball Holder
1 - Mouse Trap
1 - Carry Bag
Specifications
Bad Cop Shells; Cold Cast Bronze - 1-1/2” L X 1-1/2” W X 1-1/4” H - 45 grams per shell -Bottom Ridge Design Shell
Bad Cop Shells; Cold Cast Bronze - 1-1/2” L X 1-1/2” W X 1-1/4” H - 45 grams per shell -Bottom Ridge Design Shell
Bad Cop - Bronze Bottom Ridge Shell Set
Contents
3 - Bad Cop - Bronze Bottom Ridge Shells
1 - Bronze Barrel Single Ball Holder
4 - 3/8" green balls
3 - Bad Cop - Bronze Bottom Ridge Shells
1 - Bronze Barrel Single Ball Holder
4 - 3/8" green balls
2 - Accessory & Shell Bag
Bad Cop - Shell Trap
1 - Clear Plastic Bad Cop - Shell Trap
1 - Carry Bag
1 - Carry Bag
3-No-Evil-Shells - Collector Set
The "3-No-Evil Shells" are a collector quality set. Can be displayed in many different ways. Like good vs the misdirection of evil.
The red ball can represent evil. Can they find which one has the evil in them? The devil's greatest accomplishment convincing people he does not exist with his clever misdirection.
For a ending surprise the evil ball is placed in the barrel and shaken to show it can't come out. The barrel with the evil ball is placed mouth down on the surface to see if the evil ball can be held with a shell placed over the barrel. All is moved over to the spectator to place their finger on top of shell so the evil ball can not escape.
The other two shells are shown empty and at the same time the hands are shown they only hold the shells. The two empty shells are placed back down. Now the question is have you locked the evil ball beneath your finger or was it all some kind of misdirection to escape. They lift the shell and look in the barrel to find the evil ball has done another clever escape. The other two shells are picked up and they are both empty. You did even better than holding down the evil ball, you got rid of it. But you didn't just get rid of only one, as there was an evil ball in all of them. The misdirection at hand made you think there was only one.
The case is picked up and the sides are squeezed and Satan as a serpent holding three evil balls drops out.
There can be evil in all of us and as long as we are aware of it, we can work on controlling it.
If you would prefer too display your routine in a more subtle way, you can get the "Standard -3-No-Evil-Shell Set" without the Satan ball holder below.
The shells come with the 21st century bottom ridge design that keeps the ball in the shells when moved in any direction.
You can demonstrate on how it is a fair game before they play and they can be fully examined.
The shells fit in between the fingers very well, if you want to shuffle all three shells with only one hand to display your sleight of hand skills. The detail of the shells will standout with true amazement.
Specifications
3 No-Evil-Shells: Cold Cast Brass, 1-1/4 ” Bottom Base Diameter X 1-1/4” High, 23 grams per shell
Satan Pea Holder: Cold Cast Brass, 2-1/8 ” L X 1-1/4” High, 16 grams per shell Holds three 3/8" red balls
Barrel Pea Holder: Cold Cast Brass, 1/2" Diameter X 7/16” High, 4 grams per shell Holds one 3/8" red ball
Custom case case: 2-1/2" w X 4-1/4" H Can hold everything in place and is compact to carry with ease.
3-No-Evil-Shells Collector Set
Contents
1 - Set of three 3-No-Evil-Shells
1 - Satan Three Ball Holder
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder
4 - 3/8" Red KD Balls
1 - Custom case case
1 - Set of three 3-No-Evil-Shells
1 - Satan Three Ball Holder
1 - Barrel Single Ball Holder
4 - 3/8" Red KD Balls
1 - Custom case case
This set is same as above , but without Satan Pea Holder.
The shells come with the 21st century bottom ridge design that keeps the ball in the shells when moved in any direction.
You can demonstrate on how it is a fair game before they play and they can be fully examined.
The shells fit in between the fingers very well, if you want to shuffle all three shells with only one hand to display your sleight of hand skills. The detail of the shells will standout with true amazement.
Specifications
3 No-Evil-Shells: Cold Cast Brass, 1-1/4 ” Bottom Base Diameter X 1-1/4” High, 23 grams per shell
Barrel Pea Holder: Cold Cast Brass, 1/2" Diameter X 7/16” High, 4 grams per shell Holds one 3/8" red ball
Custom case case: 2-1/2" w X 4-1/4" H Can hold everything in place and is compact to carry with ease.
The shells come with the 21st century bottom ridge design that keeps the ball in the shells when moved in any direction.
You can demonstrate on how it is a fair game before they play and they can be fully examined.
The shells fit in between the fingers very well, if you want to shuffle all three shells with only one hand to display your sleight of hand skills. The detail of the shells will standout with true amazement.
Specifications
3 No-Evil-Shells: Cold Cast Brass, 1-1/4 ” Bottom Base Diameter X 1-1/4” High, 23 grams per shell
Barrel Pea Holder: Cold Cast Brass, 1/2" Diameter X 7/16” High, 4 grams per shell Holds one 3/8" red ball
Custom case case: 2-1/2" w X 4-1/4" H Can hold everything in place and is compact to carry with ease.
3-No-Evil-Shells Standard Set
Contents
1 - Set of three 3-No-Evil-Shells
1 - Barrel Single Evil Ball Holder
4 - 3/8" Red Evil Balls
1 - Custom case case
The "BeeKeeper Shells"
This set brings many features to deliver an amazing entertaining routine.
Comes with the 21st century bottom ridge design, that works so well you can use a 7/16" honey colored ball with the shells. This will make the display much more visual. The balls are softer than most other balls used and makes them easier to handle. The creative patter that you can use is unlimited to relate to bee's, honey, money,winning & losing.
Here are a few examples
"Keep your eye on the hive with honey to win" ~" The hive with the honey brings you the money"
"If the hive has no honey, you lose the money" ~" Finding the honey can double your money"
" Bee's love honey just like we love money" ~ " This time we'll only use two, which hive do you choose?"
Comes with a plastic bee hive player chip to place in front of the hive shell that they think has the honey. The chip can bring more hands on fun for the player in the game and there is never a misunderstanding on the shell they pick.
Also included is a 1-1/2 super soft yellow sponge ball for a surprise ending that the ridge can hold in the shell when the shell is held up off the surface to appear to be empty before placing it down. This surprise can be done many different ways however you choose.
The bottom ridge is not a gimmick, it is just the opposite. The playing ball is never hidden or held my the ridge in anyway at anytime. The shell has an entire flat bottom surface.
The ridge just gives the ball another easier path to continue its travel inside the shell to make it a fair game and to bring the confidence that it is a fair game to play.
But you can change it from being a fair game anytime you choose to win. You are never force to take any actions.
You have full control with nothing to hide. These type shells will even fool the ones that know how the shell game is done.
Everything can be fully examined at anytime if need be. The shells without the clues and rules of the past.
Specifications
BeeKeeper Shells: Plastic resin
1-11/16 ” Bottom Base Diameter X 1-1/16” High
13 grams per shell
This set brings many features to deliver an amazing entertaining routine.
Comes with the 21st century bottom ridge design, that works so well you can use a 7/16" honey colored ball with the shells. This will make the display much more visual. The balls are softer than most other balls used and makes them easier to handle. The creative patter that you can use is unlimited to relate to bee's, honey, money,winning & losing.
Here are a few examples
"Keep your eye on the hive with honey to win" ~" The hive with the honey brings you the money"
"If the hive has no honey, you lose the money" ~" Finding the honey can double your money"
" Bee's love honey just like we love money" ~ " This time we'll only use two, which hive do you choose?"
Comes with a plastic bee hive player chip to place in front of the hive shell that they think has the honey. The chip can bring more hands on fun for the player in the game and there is never a misunderstanding on the shell they pick.
Also included is a 1-1/2 super soft yellow sponge ball for a surprise ending that the ridge can hold in the shell when the shell is held up off the surface to appear to be empty before placing it down. This surprise can be done many different ways however you choose.
The bottom ridge is not a gimmick, it is just the opposite. The playing ball is never hidden or held my the ridge in anyway at anytime. The shell has an entire flat bottom surface.
The ridge just gives the ball another easier path to continue its travel inside the shell to make it a fair game and to bring the confidence that it is a fair game to play.
But you can change it from being a fair game anytime you choose to win. You are never force to take any actions.
You have full control with nothing to hide. These type shells will even fool the ones that know how the shell game is done.
Everything can be fully examined at anytime if need be. The shells without the clues and rules of the past.
Specifications
BeeKeeper Shells: Plastic resin
1-11/16 ” Bottom Base Diameter X 1-1/16” High
13 grams per shell
BeeKeeper Shell Set
Contents
1 - Set of Three BeeKeeper Shells
1 - Bee Hive Plastic Player Chip
3 - 7/16" Yellow KDS Balls
1 - 1-1/2" Yellow Super Soft Sponge Ball
1 - Shell Carry Bag
1 - Accessory Bag
1 - Set of Three BeeKeeper Shells
1 - Bee Hive Plastic Player Chip
3 - 7/16" Yellow KDS Balls
1 - 1-1/2" Yellow Super Soft Sponge Ball
1 - Shell Carry Bag
1 - Accessory Bag
The "3 Shell Titty Game" can bring some real fun to a bachelor party or even between friends.
The cool thing about the design of these shells, you can even let others use them without them knowing the secret to them. The shells will play fair, as the ball will stay in the shells when moved and will be a fair guessing game. When you use them you can change the game to be an unfair game to win anytime you want. The shells will even fool the ones that know the secret of the standard shell game. These shells were design to be used in selected settings and not for the general public. For Adults Only!
Specifications
Titty Shells: Plastic resin
1-3/4 ” Bottom Base Diameter X 1-1/4” High
18 grams per shell (Good weight too them)
The cool thing about the design of these shells, you can even let others use them without them knowing the secret to them. The shells will play fair, as the ball will stay in the shells when moved and will be a fair guessing game. When you use them you can change the game to be an unfair game to win anytime you want. The shells will even fool the ones that know the secret of the standard shell game. These shells were design to be used in selected settings and not for the general public. For Adults Only!
Specifications
Titty Shells: Plastic resin
1-3/4 ” Bottom Base Diameter X 1-1/4” High
18 grams per shell (Good weight too them)
3 Shell Titty Game Set
Contents
1 - Set of 3 Titty Shells
3 - 7/16" White Pearl colored Balls
1 - Shell Set Carry Bag
1 - Accessory Bag
1 - Set of 3 Titty Shells
3 - 7/16" White Pearl colored Balls
1 - Shell Set Carry Bag
1 - Accessory Bag
Fat Rat Shells
Contents
1 - Set of three Fat Rat Shells
4- 7/16” yellow balls
1 - Cheese slice ball holder
1 - Accessory bag
1- Leather type carry bag
Specifications
Fat Rat Shells: Plastic resin, 4” L X 2” W X 1-1/4” H - 51 grams per shell
Little Rat; High impact plastic, 1-5/8" L X 7/16" W X 3/8" H
1 - Set of three Fat Rat Shells
4- 7/16” yellow balls
1 - Cheese slice ball holder
1 - Accessory bag
1- Leather type carry bag
Specifications
Fat Rat Shells: Plastic resin, 4” L X 2” W X 1-1/4” H - 51 grams per shell
Little Rat; High impact plastic, 1-5/8" L X 7/16" W X 3/8" H
* New * Rattlesnake Bottom Ridge Shells
Perform your own story on "Carnival Rattlesnake Joe" shell routine.
The rattlesnake shells are the best handling and eye catching shells you can find. The shells have what we call the hidden ridge design. This feature makes them appear to be a fair game when played. The shells can be fully examined with the soft pea at anytime. The Hidden Bottom Ridge Shells are the only shells that the soft pea that can remain in the shell when moved in all directions. The shells that have no clues and rules. These shells are for the ones that want to entertain beyond a con game.
An email link will be send to you to view instructional videos
on tips and suggested handling for the items you purchased.
The routines that can be created with the Bottom Ridge Shells are unlimited.
You are able to do many things that no shell has ever been able to do before.
An email link will be send to you to view instructional videos
on tips and suggested handling for the items you purchased.
The routines that can be created with the Bottom Ridge Shells are unlimited.
You are able to do many things that no shell has ever been able to do before.
Rattlesnake Bottom Ridge Shell Set
Contents
1 - Set of three Rattlesnake Bottom Ridge Shells
1 - Baby Rattlesnake Load
4 - Brown Rubber soft snake eggs
1 - Snakeskin shell carry bag
As you can see in the images above (click on them to enlarge), the detail on these shells are great. They even have realistic glass reptile snake eyes. The snake is laying coiled with its newly hatched baby snake from the egg. Comes with a extra loose baby snake, for a final surprise ending.
These shells look and work great for entertainment.
1 - Set of three Rattlesnake Bottom Ridge Shells
1 - Baby Rattlesnake Load
4 - Brown Rubber soft snake eggs
1 - Snakeskin shell carry bag
As you can see in the images above (click on them to enlarge), the detail on these shells are great. They even have realistic glass reptile snake eyes. The snake is laying coiled with its newly hatched baby snake from the egg. Comes with a extra loose baby snake, for a final surprise ending.
These shells look and work great for entertainment.
Bronze Watch Dog Shells - Collector Set
Bronze Watch Dog Shells - Collector Set
Contents
3 bronze watch dog shells
3 plastic capsules to protect each shell for storage.
carry bag
Bone ball holder with four KD~ 7/16" red balls
Specifications
High-pressure cold cast bronze - These are not plated shells!
2” L x 1- 1/4" W x 1- 1/4” H - 45 grams per shell
Which dog has the ball?
Can you imagine playing ball with three dogs that never return it?
The wrong dog always has the ball.
These shells are like the junkyard dog cartoon characters that will deliver a bark of entertainment
and will surely become a highly collectible set of shells to come. They are the highest quality you will find.
They have the new bottom ridge design which brings more features than any shells made today.
An email link will be sent to you to view instructional videos
on tips and suggested handling for the items you purchased.
The routines that can be created with the Bottom Ridge Shells are unlimited.
You are able to do many things that no shell has ever been able to do before.
Link to Bottom Ridge Design Features
3 bronze watch dog shells
3 plastic capsules to protect each shell for storage.
carry bag
Bone ball holder with four KD~ 7/16" red balls
Specifications
High-pressure cold cast bronze - These are not plated shells!
2” L x 1- 1/4" W x 1- 1/4” H - 45 grams per shell
Which dog has the ball?
Can you imagine playing ball with three dogs that never return it?
The wrong dog always has the ball.
These shells are like the junkyard dog cartoon characters that will deliver a bark of entertainment
and will surely become a highly collectible set of shells to come. They are the highest quality you will find.
They have the new bottom ridge design which brings more features than any shells made today.
An email link will be sent to you to view instructional videos
on tips and suggested handling for the items you purchased.
The routines that can be created with the Bottom Ridge Shells are unlimited.
You are able to do many things that no shell has ever been able to do before.
Link to Bottom Ridge Design Features