A magic thumb tip is a tool used by magicians to perform various tricks and illusions. It is a small hollow plastic or metal device that is shaped like a thumb and fits over a magician's real thumb. The tip of the device is often painted flesh-colored to blend in with the magician's hand. The magic thumb tip is designed to hold and conceal small objects such as coins, silk handkerchiefs, or even salt. By using sleight of hand techniques, the magician can make these objects appear or disappear as if by magic. For example, the magician might place a coin into the thumb tip and then palm it, making it seem as if the coin has vanished into thin air.
•7.1 - Royal Magic Thumb Tip Vernet Style - 5cm x 2.4cm. Opening is boxy with a circumference of 7.1cm. Wall thickness is 1mm. Notes: Very much like the Vernet Classic, but with a slightly larger opening and a more flattened out shape.
Soft Plastic Thumb Tips - These tips are made of a more elastomeric plastic similar to the rubbery plastic material often used on the keys of a calculator. Soft Plastic Thumb Tips - These tips are made of a more elastomeric plastic similar to the rubbery plastic material often used on the keys of a calculator.
For example, the magician might place a coin into the thumb tip and then palm it, making it seem as if the coin has vanished into thin air. One popular trick that can be performed with a thumb tip is the vanishing silk. In this trick, the magician places a silk handkerchief into the thumb tip, then makes a magical gesture and opens their hand to show that the silk has disappeared.
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Thought this info would be good for a number of people considering the trouble I had on finding a thumb tip that fit me.
This is PenguinMagic.com Thumb Tip guide.
Hard Plastic Thumb Tips - Hard on the outside, smooth on the inside.
•5.4 - In Your Face Thumb Tip Junior - 4.5cm x 1.9cm. Opening is round and has a circumference of 5.4cm. Wall thickness is 1.3mm. Notes: Great tip for kids. Makes an excellent "finger tip" for adults.
•6.3 - Thumb Tip Junior by Vernet - 5.1cm x 2cm. Opening is round and has a circumference of 6.3cm. Wall thickness is 1mm. Notes: This TT is only a litle bit smaller than the Vernet Classic. This tip fits a lot of teens and adults with small hands.
•6.7 - Plastic Basic Thumb Tip by Di Fatta - 4.6cm x 2.1cm. Opening is round with a 6.7cm circumference. Wall thickness is 1-1.5mm. Notes: Very sturdy tip.
•6.7 - In Your Face Thumb Tip Hard - 5cm x 2.3cm. Opening is elliptical with a 6.7cm circumference. Wall thickness is 1.2mm. Notes: Nail is realistic. Color is a bit dark. More of an olive complexion..
•6.9 - Vernet Classic Thumb Tip - 5cm x 2.2 cm. Opening is round with a 6.9cm circumference. Wall thickness is 1mm. Notes: This is one of our top selling thumb tips. A great place to start if the size is right for you.
•7 - Vernet King Size - 6.5 cm x 2.5cm. Opening is round and has a circumference of 7cm. Notes: This tip is longer than a normal thumb tip, but it's about average width. It's designed for magicians with average size thumbs to vanish larger objects like 18" silks.
•7.1 - Royal Magic Thumb Tip Vernet Style - 5cm x 2.4cm. Opening is boxy with a circumference of 7.1cm. Wall thickness is 1mm. Notes: Very much like the Vernet Classic, but with a slightly larger opening and a more flattened out shape.
•8.4 - Vernet XXL - 5.5 cm x 2.8cm. Opening is round with a circumference of 8.4cm. Notes: Hard Plastic Tip. Light Color.
Soft Plastic Thumb Tips - These tips are made of a more elastomeric plastic (similar to the rubbery plastic material often used on the keys of a calculator). The inside is smooth enough to vanish a silk, but you still get a bit of the sticky feel of a rubber thumb tip.
•7 - Vernet Medium Soft Thumb Tip - 5.2cm x 2.3cm. Opening is round with a 7cm circumference. Notes: Soft Plastic Tip with a bit of an elastomeric feel. almost like the keys of a calculator.
•7.2 - Soft Light Plastic Thumb Tip by Di Fatta - 5cm x 2.5 cm. Opening is elliptical with a 7.2cm circumference. Notes: Very thin, very smooth plastic tip. Allows light to pass through the tip.
Soft Rubber Thumb Tips - Rubber is probably the most comfortable material thumb tips are made of. Rubber tips feel great, and they stay on nicely. The one downside is that the inside of the thumb tip isn't very slippery. It can be difficult to stuff a silk into a rubber thumb tip. Rubber thumb tips are great for vanishing items like salt, liquids, etc..
•7 - In Your Face Thumb Tip Soft by Penguin Magic - 5.1cm tall x 2.5cm. Opening is elliptical with a 7cm circumference. Notes: Soft Rubber Thumb tip. Very similar to the Realistic TT by Royal Magic. Slightly smaller and more pink in color. Without pink hi-lights.
•7.3 - Realistic Thumb Tip by Royal Magic - 5.6cm x 2.7cm. Opening is elliptical with a 7.3cm circumference. Notes: Soft rubber thumb tip with a very nice feel. Realistic nail painted on with pink hi-lights in the creases of the skin to make the tip look more realistic. Great attention to detail.
Vinyl Thumb Tips - Vinyl is a great material for thumb tips because it's soft and slippery at the same time. You get the great feel of a soft tip with the easy loading of a hard tip.
•6.7 - Soft Vinyl Thumb Tip by Di Fatta - 4.8 x 2cm wide. Opening is elliptical with a 6.7cm circumference.
•6.7 - Di Fatta Super Soft Vinyl Thumb Tip - Extremely Soft Vinyl tip. Soft but smooth. 4.8 x 2cm. Opening is elliptical with a 6.7cm circumference.
Posted: Jul 19, 2012 06:23 pmWell Andy you've certainly done your homework in researching thumb tips. The very best option of course is to try and find a brick and mortar shop and to physically try them on until you find what you are looking for. Otherwise, even with the options given above, you may have to buy serveral to find what you really want.
They can then make the silk reappear, either from another location or by removing it from a spectator's pocket. Thumb tips are versatile tools that can be used in a wide variety of tricks and routines. They are often used in combination with other magic props, such as magic wands or cups and balls. Magicians can create their own unique effects by harnessing the deceptive capabilities of the thumb tip. It takes practice and skill to master the use of a thumb tip. Magicians must learn how to handle the device smoothly and undetectably, as well as how to misdirect the audience's attention away from the secret workings of the trick. With enough practice, a skilled magician can perform seemingly impossible feats using a simple thumb tip and create moments of wonder and amazement for their audience..
Reviews for "Thumb Tip Misdirection: The Key to Successful Magical Performances"
1. John - 1 out of 5 stars - I was extremely disappointed with the Magiic thumb tip. It claims to perform amazing tricks, but I found it to be nothing more than a flimsy piece of plastic. The thumb tip was too big for my thumb and felt uncomfortable to wear. Additionally, the tricks didn't work as smoothly as advertised, and the audience could easily see through the illusion. Save your money and look for a better alternative.
2. Sarah - 2 out of 5 stars - The Magiic thumb tip didn't meet my expectations. While the concept is interesting, the execution falls flat. The quality of the thumb tip is poor, and it doesn't feel durable or reliable. The instructions provided were confusing, and I struggled to understand how to properly use the thumb tip. I tried practicing the tricks multiple times, but it just didn't work out for me. Overall, I wouldn't recommend the Magiic thumb tip to others.
3. Mark - 2 out of 5 stars - I purchased the Magiic thumb tip hoping to add some excitement to my magic performances, but unfortunately, it didn't deliver. The thumb tip feels awkward to wear, and it doesn't blend well with the rest of my hand. The tricks themselves were underwhelming, and it was apparent that something was amiss when I used the thumb tip. It simply didn't create the illusion I was hoping for. I would suggest looking for a different product if you're serious about performing magic tricks.
4. Emily - 1 out of 5 stars - I had high hopes for the Magiic thumb tip, but it let me down. The material used to make the thumb tip feels cheap, and it's not well-designed or comfortable to wear. The tricks were difficult to execute smoothly, and the audience could easily spot the deception. It's frustrating to spend money on a product that doesn't meet expectations, and I would caution others against purchasing the Magiic thumb tip.