Manicures?

[erdnasephile]

Interesting article in today's WSJ on the importance some NBA players place on getting regular petticures and manicures. As one player put it: "Your feet are your business," while another player (known for his stealing prowess) said of his hands: "These (sic) my moneymakers...I might as well take care of them." http://www.wsj.com/articles/to-buff-up- ... ding_now_6

Eugene Burger and Ken Weber have written favorably regarding manicures for professional close-up performers. I was wondering if any of you pros out there get regular manicures. If so, is it primarily a cosmetic/presentation issue or does it also help with your sleight of hand?

[Richard Kaufman]

Frank Garcia always had manicured fingernails. He was the only magician in New York who I saw regularly who'd had that done.

[Matthew Field]

Also read what Eugene Burger famously has to say on the subject.

Matt Field

[Tom Gilbert]

While they were well manicured, they were also quite long. Even though he was a good friend, Steve Dacri's nails somewhat creeped me out.

[Tom Frame]

Roger Klause sported manicured nails that were polished to a squint-inducing high gloss. I accused him of using them as shiners. He neither confirmed nor denied my allegation.

[IrishMagicNews]

I accused him of using them as shiners. He neither confirmed nor denied my allegation.

Ha. That actually made me laugh out loud

[Richard Kaufman]

Did Roger tell you there was a call for you on the phone ... the bone phone?

[Chas Nigh]

To me, a manicure is nothing more than a self indulgence compared to getting a shave in a barber shop. Magicians who invest in the proper tools never have to "get their nails done". These tools are higher priced but the investment will pay off.

[J-Mac]

Hey Chas, care to name these expensive tools?

Jim

[Chas Nigh]

Just like a magic prop the best is always more expensive. I recommend Solingen steel for all your manicure tools.A man should never paint his nails. A good buffer with buffing polish is all you need. You can check this out: http://www.zamberg.com/zb/nail-clippers-72l.ashx This is just one example.