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Balance physics desk toy

A small steel weightlifter balanced so precisely that a push sets him rocking and nothing tips him over. He'll keep going two or three minutes before air and friction win. About five by seven inches. It's the cheapest thing here that makes people put down what they were holding.

$7.59
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What it actually is

  • Balances on a single point and rocks without falling
  • Swings for two to three minutes per push
  • Steel, about 4.7 by 7.1 inches
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In stock on 1 of 1 day we have checked since Sep 10.

If it sells out, the closest thing still in stock is Seven balls, one click, sixty seconds.

Details

BrandMaydahui
ConditionNew
CategoryWeird desk toys and fidget gadgets

Listed on Amazon as: Maydahui Balance Physics Toy Desk Kinetic Weightlifter Steel Man

Full Amazon listing name

Maydahui Balance Physics Toy Desk Kinetic Weightlifter Steel Man

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