Rings-N-Things Magic Passe Passe Bottles

Very Rare & Highly Collectible

From the original Rings-n-Things (RNT) Magic Manufacturer, prior to the reorganization of the new and current Rings-n-Things 2 (RNT2) Magic is this extremely rare set of Comedy Passe Bottles. The Rings ‘N Things (RNT) Comedy Passe Bottles is a highly collectible, premium stage magic apparatus originally manufactured by Mike Brazill’s Rings ‘N Things in the late 1970s and 1980s. Meticulously crafted from spun aluminum, this vintage set is widely considered by collectors to be among the finest iterations of the classic transposition routine ever produced. 

Comedy Passe Bottles Effect (Courtesy of Martin’s Magic)

The performer introduces a large bottle of wine, a glass, and two cylindrical covers, which may be freely examined. Setting the glass on the table, he fills it with wine from the bottle, and places over it one of the covers.

Over the bottle which is on another table he slips the second cover. A change is now commanded to take place and lifting the first cover there is a glass instead of the bottle;  while under the other cover the bottle is found. Both are then again covered. The magician now steps forward and states that he will again cause the bottle and glass to change places.  While he is talking the assistant, comedian or MC, sneaks up and “steals” the bottle from the cylinder and places it under his coat.

This action of course takes place behind the magicians back and without his knowledge. The magician now commands the bottle and glass to again change places but something seems to have gone wrong; as he apparently is unable to accomplish the trick again.

Finally after the usual amount of maneuvering he accomplishes the trick correctly much to the surprise of the audience and the astonishment of the comedian who immediately looks for the stolen bottle he placed under his coat only to find that it has mysteriously vanished. This effect can be worked up so as to cause a great amount of laughter all during the trick.

Product Overview & Design – Comedy Passe Bottles

• Construction: Made from high-quality, finely spun aluminum featuring rolled rims, accents, and seamless nesting covers. 
• Finishes: Released in premium anodized variants, an exclusive epoxy-baked finish, and a highly sought-after “Bubble Up” (7-Up style) replica set alongside standard liquor styles. 
• The Comedy Set Advantage: Unlike standard two-bottle sets, the RNT Comedy version includes three nesting bottles alongside two cylinders. This design allows a liquid-pouring feature out of the innermost bottle to prime a real drinking glass before the transpositions begin.

Background

Rings-N-Things, also known as RNT II or RNT2, is a legendary American magic manufacturer. The magic industry recognizes Rings-N-Things as the world’s largest producer of professional cups and balls and custom metal magic apparatus. In 1971, Mike Brazill founded Rings-N-Things in St. Louis, Missouri. It built its elite reputation on hand-spun metalware, classic Chinese Linking Rings, and highly coveted close-up props. Donnie Buckley acquired the brand, its tooling, and manufacturing rights after decades of ownership changes; he now runs the company.

Signature Magic Apparatus

• Cups and Balls Sets: They are world-renowned for high-end, heavy-gauge cups like the iconic Paul Fox Cups (which revolutionized performance with their rounded-top design), Ramsay Cups, Gazzo Cups, and Mendoza Combo sets.
• Chop Cups: Premium mechanical single-cup routines, including the pocket-sized Don Alan Mini Chop Cup and the heavyweight street-style Kozmo Chop Cup.
• Magician’s Break-Down Wands: Elite, multi-piece performance wands lathed from exotic hardwoods like Ebony, Cocobolo, and Bocote, accented with solid brass or faux-ivory tips.
• Specialty Metal Props: Hard-to-find premium utility items like the Lippincott Ring Box (crafted from cherry or Gabon ebony with precision dovetail joints and hidden magnets), Chrome/Nickel Bells of St. Mary’s, and the aluminum Zombie Floating Ball.

Acquisition Details 

By far it’s my opinion Rings-n-Things (RnT) Magic Manufacturer developed the finest set of Passe-Passe Bottles. If you appreciate quality in magic, you’ll appreciate the Rings ‘N Things brand of quality. The bottles, formed of spun aluminum and beautifully anodized for their age has very minimal signs of imperfections. An exception to consider, in reviewing the pictures, the bottle facing you on the right shows two black spots on the side near the hole. 

Bottles measure 11.25 tall, 4″ in diameter, tubes measure 11.75 tall, a copy of instructions outlining the passe routine is included. No glass or plastic tumbler is included, you’ll need to supply your own. 

NOTE: The original RNT bottle sets are very scarce, especially in the condition this set is for its age. Highly recommend you grab this while you can, who knows when another set will magically appear!

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