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Prometheus Lambda Spinning Top
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Prometheus Lambda Spinning Top
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The original Prometheus Lambda spinning top, a combination of brass and aluminum, was hailed for its simplicity, precision, and long spin times. The man behind it—California-based strategist, machinist, and product designer Jason Hui—is back at it again with a new design, this time in solid brass and copper Read More
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Desastor
336
Mar 14, 2017
Cokeman Just because it does not make sense to you, does not make it something crazy or makes anybody to buys the top a fool or crazed individual. Its the same as passing judgment on folks that are interested in purchasing gaming tables, prints of patent items (ahem, as per Cokeman's profile). You may want to broaden your horizon and look at research that over and over demonstrates that productivity rises if workers are engaging in doodling, fiddling, or handling small objects while they are contemplating their own work. Tops are an ideal item for folks that are using computers all day long as it breaks the monotony and activates cerebral areas not fully engaged by the primary mode of work. Take a look and allow yourself to be convinced to think differently beyond your bias and stereotype.
Desastor
336
Mar 14, 2017
If you think that tops like this, and many other ones like it, are a buck, I can already tell that you either are less than 15 years old, or never got out of your parent's home to set foot, or had any dealings, w/the US manufacturing community. While a lot of the work is automated these days, costs due to design, materials, investments, machine time, maintenance and quality control take up a large amount of time that someone needs to get paid for. And since this is manufactured in the US, assume about $60 per hour in labor cost alone. As I have grown up in that community, I have no problem shelling out that money to my brothers and sisters since they have found a way to make a living based on their ingenuity and commitment to quality. In return, I get a product that I buy once in my life due to the quality of it. If you want to pay a buck for a top, buy some crap from Alibaba and get a spin time of probably 10 seconds and throw it away after a month or so because it is falling apart.. And by the way, Trump is an Asshole just in case you wonder.
Desastor
336
Mar 14, 2017
I bought this 12/15, in a I believe a copper version (based on its patina), directly from his website when he had a special going during Christmas and it is my most favorite top. After period of practice, I can get now 10 - 13 minutes each spin. While I have a British top that is a bit more massive and thus spins longer, the Lambda is much nicer to carry and spins on a small 2 inch makeup mirror. For me that is great especially while travelling. The design and workmanship are superb. The ruby is a perfect size, not like some of the other tops that I bought where the rubies are so small that its almost impossible to spin appropriately without having the outer edge of the bottom hitting the spinning base due to the lack of height. You do not have that problem on the Lambda. While not cheap, relatively speaking, it will last a lifetime (unless you crack the ruby by mishandling it) and cost at that time are literally negligible. It's a great gift too and definitely a magnet for visiting co-workers especially if there is a challenge for the longest spin.
If you are looking to buy one and only one top, this would be a top contender.
If you are looking to buy one and only one top, this would be a top contender.
JonasHeineman
5987
Apr 15, 2017
Sorry that wasn't fair - these are great wordplay even if they are not puns, and I really would like to see more of this.
We really want Massdrop to be a hub at the middle of every hobby...you know, a centrifyouguys and gals to speak freely.
We really want Massdrop to be a hub at the middle of every hobby...you know, a centrifyouguys and gals to speak freely.
BrainFlush
6860
Apr 15, 2017
JonasHeinemanI wasn't spinning for puns or flipping for phrases. I dont know what I just did.
BrainFlush
6860
Mar 11, 2017
4 tops ordered in under a month.
KEYCAPS you better watch your backs!
I have a new addiction that I have never even tried once! lol
Miguel_Sanchez
359
Mar 13, 2017
Matrix is about ready to go with the first exotic combo on Friday or next Monday. Steel/Timascus/Steel for 300. Unlimited stock for 24 hours. Or you can wait for the indiegogo for standard metals starting April 1st.
OhWhyHello
40
May 20, 2017
Oh my god this drop is such a good deal! SAVE $8 off MSRP and get it two months from the time you order it? AMAZING DEAL!!!!!
captain
240
Feb 26, 2019
At least MassDrop usually refunds your money when it screws you over, unlike some kickstarter assholes who flagrantly STEAL customers’ money. (Just look up Znaps for one horror show I fell victim to)
You must be new around here, and don’t understand that, in the early days, MassDrop delivered great deals on cool things that were unobtainable elsewhere. Many were happy to wait a few weeks, or even months, to save 50% plus and/or to get something that no one else was selling. At this point, MassDrop has essentially become an overpriced online IKEA apparently run by semi-retarded sloths. I do not know how else to explain the consistently high retail-level prices, slow and overpriced shipping, and occasional cancellation of orders without notice. (Edit: They apparently listened to our complaints, and now include cancellations in our histories, however “order canceled” makes it sound like the customer cancel the order, and does not record MassDrop’s culpability when it screws the pooch.)
Anyway, this is a forum. It’s purpose is to voice opinions and to share with others. If you can’t handle civil disagreement, perhaps it is you who needs to go elsewhere (but that’s for you to decide, not me or anyone else to tell you. ;-). The rest of us are happy to hear of others’ experiences, both good and bad. It helps us make better buying/not-buying decisions. :-)
Thanks to all of y’all who take the time to share your experiences, and point out good/bad prices when MassDrop is dropping or serving the ball well! <3
captain
240
Feb 28, 2019
$80 here. $105 on darksucks, but he’ll give you 10% off, so $94.50. How desperately soon do you need a spinning top?
MichaelAtOz
73
Sep 23, 2017
Why is this in Everyday Carry? Too much stuff is getting categorized EDC inappropriately.
Fundin
119
Feb 26, 2019
Well, I carry with me chocolate at all times. You'd be amazed at the stopping power of a well aimed snickers bar
Jefffa
197
Oct 26, 2016
I've been looking at this thing for a couple years and could never justify the price. This drop still doesn't justify the price for me, but screw it. Let's waste some money, ey.
Pandemos
421
Oct 27, 2016
Where was it 100 USD? You can literally buy it direct from him for 70-85 USD.
glennac
1363
Jul 9, 2017
I've always thought that the profile of Jason's original two-piece Lambda looked better than the current styling of the Solids. But, alas, I missed out on this beauty when it was originally released. Imagine my delight when a few weeks ago Jason re-released the original two-piece Lambda!
I promptly sold my Solid Brass and ordered it from his Store site And I couldn't be happier. True, it's a bit lighter than the solid Brass but it just as rock solid stable as the others. And with the ruby tip it looks stunning.
I promptly sold my Solid Brass and ordered it from his Store site And I couldn't be happier. True, it's a bit lighter than the solid Brass but it just as rock solid stable as the others. And with the ruby tip it looks stunning.
DenisB
107
Mar 15, 2017
It's the must have top. I already have the ruby version. It looks great, it's very easy to spin and it's still my 1'' top with the best spinning times (excluding tungsten ones), my best time being 10:08 min.
I just decided to buy the version with the stainless steel ball. I want to see by myself how much difference it makes.
DenisB
107
May 6, 2017
DenisBAfter receiving this top, the result is, I see a small difference in my tests, but it is within the margin of statistical uncertainty.
If I have more time some day, I may do longer tests, but the time required to possibly get a difference beyond statistical uncertainty may make it quite boring.
plexus
52
Jan 10, 2017
The ruby actually fluoresces under blue-violet light and glows a very bright red. its very cool.
ichithekiller
59
Jan 19, 2017
plexusI think part of the reason why Vorso looks like a brute force is because it is hand-made while Lambda, on the other hand, is CNC-machined.
jbaruth
14
Oct 25, 2016
When I hear "California-based" I always translate to "made in China".
Where's this top made? Anybody know?
Where's this top made? Anybody know?
Bufourd
2
Oct 25, 2016
jbaruthYou can look at his web site and you can see all the great stuff he makes. Im not his cheerleader, i just have many of his products and there all high quality stuff. His web site is, Darksucks.com
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