Michael Skinner was one of the best all-around close-up magicians in the world and this video features the Linking Ring routine he used while working the restaurants and parties at the Golden Nugget Casino in Las Vegas.

The Linking Rings are one of the most popular routines ever invented. They are performed by beginners through professionals and are a regular part of most stand-up and children’s shows.

Michael Skinner has devised a three-ring routine for use in restaurants and close-up situations. It features many nice sequences where they link, unlink, form patterns and are examinable at the conclusion.

Techniques taught within the routine include: Vernon Sweep Link, Vernon Spin Move, Vernon Swing Unlink, The Crash Link, Sawa’s Pull-Through, The Skinner Link, The Drop Link, Koran’s Thumb Link & Unlink, Linking Ring Finesse, and The Switch Finale.

A Meir Yedid Magic Product. Produced by A-1 MagicalMedia. Original release date: 1998. Running time: Approximately 25 minutes.