Fiddle Foundry
Fiddle Foundry Teetotum Top (V2) - Brass
Fiddle Foundry Teetotum Top (V2) - Brass
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New and improved, these solid brass teetotum tops have been adjusted for balance, making them easier to spin than the V1 while retaining a shorter overall spin time (30-60 seconds) to keep the game rolling.
Individually handcrafted on a manual lathe in Western Massachusetts, these solid brass teetotum tops are the pinnacle of a premium, heirloom EDC.
- Solid brass.*
- Ceramic bearings
- Handmade in Massachusetts, USA.
Dimensions: ~1 1/5" x 1/2" (diameter)
*Brass will develop a stunning patina over time. Please make sure to read our return policy regarding brass and copper products.
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A beautifully knurled handle provides an excellent grip, while the solid brass construction gives it a premium feel in hand. A ceramic bearing ensures smooth spinning, and the newly adjusted, balanced base allows for easier spins and a fast-paced Put & Take game.
Each top is handcrafted and one-of-a-kind.
How to play?
Put & Take, or teetotum tops are used for a form of gambling that dates back to Greek and Roman times. The rules are simple: each player "antes up" and adds to the "pot" in the center of the table. Each player in turn spins the top and follows the instruction displayed (Take All, Take One, Put One, Take Two, Put Two, All Put). Every time the "pot" is empty each player must "ante up" and the game continues.
PLEASE NOTE: The intention of a teetotum top is NOT to spin for extra long periods of time (or gambling-based games would take forever). If you want a spinning top that will spin for minutes at a time, check out Fiddle Foundry's Copper Spinning Top.
Operation
Operation
While gambling tops are not designed to spin for a long time (since whatever game you were gambling on would take forever), it is possible to get them spinning up to a minute or two, if desired.
1) Make sure you have a very flat and smooth surface to spin on.
2) Hold the top upright with just your thumb and second finger.
3) Flick your fingers as if you were snapping them. Try not to move any part of your wrist as this will cause the top to tumble over.
4) The faster you can flick your fingers and the more force you can create, the better chances of the top spinning and spinning for longer.
5) After some practice, you'll be spinning on every twist. Have fun!
About Fiddle Foundry
About Fiddle Foundry
Steven Robbins began making custom pocket tops in 2013 for his personal enjoyment. In the months that followed he began taking orders from collectors and the "Every Day Carry" community under the name Steven Robbins Fine Pocket Tops. Other products soon followed, all of which blend aesthetics, durability, and practicality beautiful. Each of his products are individually crafted on a manual lathe in Western Massachusetts.
Shipping
Shipping
We offer complimentary USPS Ground Advantage shipping on all orders above $100.00 for domestic customers. Ground Advantage comes with tracking services and $100.00 of insurance with a shipping time of two to five business days. Depending upon shipping rates, your package may be upgraded to a better service at no cost to you. Occasionally, on larger orders, we will add signature confirmation free of charge as a deterrent to theft. Shipping costs are non-refundable.
Most items will ship within two business days (Monday-Friday excluding holidays).*
*Photographs will ship within two weeks.
Shipping rates are automatically calculated at checkout and can vary by several factors including location, weight, dimensions, and shipping method. We offer a variety of shipping methods based on your needs in terms of speed and affordability. Every service we provide comes with tracking and $100.00 of insurance.
For our full shipping policy, please see shipping policies.
Returns
Returns
Returns are accepted up to 30 days after receipt of your order if the merchandise is in its original, unused condition, along with the original packaging. Brass, copper, and mokume-gane products that have been handled and begun oxidizing and are no longer considered new and unused and will not be eligible for a refund. Returns received after the 30 day period will not be accepted.
If the return is a result of our shipping error or a defective product, we will refund the non-expedited shipping costs of the return. Otherwise, return shipping costs are non-refundable.
For our full return policy, please see return policies.
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