ECK, Johnny (John Eckhardt, 1911 ? 91). Johnny Eck's Linking Rings. Circa 1960. Eight heavy metal rings for the ancient feat of linking and unlinking the solid hoops in full view of the audience. A standard set with one key, two singles, a chain or two, and a chain of three rings. 8 ?" diameter. All rings well-worn and tarnished from years of use but sturdy and sound. Offered together with: Several other magic tricks owned and used by Eck, including a blindfold, Key-R-Rect (Merriss Magic), jumbo 52 on 1 Card with blue Bicycle rider back, and Tony Spina's Room for Doubt effect (Tannen's), the latter including the cassette tape, cards, and pillboxes with miniature props. Gifted to the consignor by Johnny Eck.