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Fiddle Foundry Teetotum Top - Brass & Copper

Fiddle Foundry Teetotum Top - Brass & Copper

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Get back to your roots. Spin away. And enjoy the hand to hand combat of...gambling. 

Individually handcrafted on a manual lathe in Western Massachusetts, these brass and copper teetotum tops are the pinnacle of a premium, heirloom EDC. 

  • Solid brass & copper construction.*
  • Ceramic bearings
  • Handmade in Massachusetts, USA.

Dimensions: ~1 1/5" x 1/2" (diameter)

*Brass/Copper 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 copper handle provides an excellent grip, while the solid brass construction offers a premium feel in hand. A ceramic bearing ensures smooth spinning, and the fairly oblong shape is designed for fast-paced Put & Take games.

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: These tops take practice and skill to spin properly. While the intention of a teetotum top is NOT to spin for long periods of time (or gambling-based games would take forever), it's possible to get them spinning anywhere from a few seconds to half a minute. See "Operation" and watch the video for tips on how to create better spins.

Operation

Teetotum Tops made of solid brass and copper require skill and technique to spin. 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 30 seconds, 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 an hour of practice, you'll be spinning on every twist. Have fun!

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

We ship with USPS and UPS depending on the destination. Every service we provide comes with tracking and up to $200.00 of insurance.

Complimentary Shipping (Domestic Only):

  • USPS Ground Advantage is complimentary on orders over $100.00.
  • USPS Priority Mail is complimentary on orders over $200.00.

Most items will ship within two business days (Monday to Friday, excluding holidays), though we often get orders out the same day if placed by 12 PM Pacific time. We do our best to ship on Saturdays, as well, whenever possible.

Please note: posters may ship separately from other items, but they'll be dispatched at the same time. Photographs will ship within two weeks.

Shipping Costs:

Shipping costs are non-refundable and are automatically calculated at checkout. Rates can vary based on several factors, including location, weight, dimensions, and shipping method. We offer various shipping options tailored to your needs for speed and affordability, and we do not profit from shipping. You are charged only what the carrier charges.

Depending on shipping rates, your package may be upgraded to a better service at no additional cost to you. Occasionally, for larger orders, we will include signature confirmation free of charge as a deterrent against theft.

For our full shipping policy, please see shipping policies.

Returns

Returns are accepted within 30 days of receipt of your order, provided the merchandise is in its original, unused condition and includes the original packaging. Unfortunately, returns received after the 30-day period will not be accepted.*

Exceptions:

  • Lighters: We cannot accept returns for lighters that have been filled with fluid.
  • Brass/Copper Products: Items that have had their vacuum seal opened or have been handled and exposed to oxidation are considered used and are not eligible for return.

If the return is due to 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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