DayStar Vending Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 My wife recalls when she was a kid that the toy capsule machines would have random dollar bills in some capsules. Some of these capsules could be clearly seen, almost like strategically placed (they probably were). Does anyone use "gimmicks", such as this, to sell their toys? If so, I'd like to hear what sort of "tricks" you have up your sleeves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hillbilly Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 My wife recalls when she was a kid that the toy capsule machines would have random dollar bills in some capsules. Some of these capsules could be clearly seen, almost like strategically placed (they probably were). Does anyone use "gimmicks", such as this, to sell their toys? If so, I'd like to hear what sort of "tricks" you have up your sleeves. I use a gimmick. Send me a dollar and I'll tell you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antoniocinisi Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 I put money in my 2 inch mystery mix because it is a slow seller for me.I post it on the machine that you can win 1 or 5 dollar bill. I put 1 5 dollar bill and 5 1 dollar bills in a 25 inch machine. I put a capsule with a dollar in it on the right corner so they can see it's also because they'll never get it until the machine is empty. this is illegal in some states. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DayStar Vending Posted October 9, 2011 Author Share Posted October 9, 2011 I use a gimmick. Send me a dollar and I'll tell you. Sounds great! Your check is in the mail (mama said to never mail cash). I put money in my 2 inch mystery mix because it is a slow seller for me.I post it on the machine that you can win 1 or 5 dollar bill. I put 1 5 dollar bill and 5 1 dollar bills in a 25 inch machine. I put a capsule with a dollar in it on the right corner so they can see it's also because they'll never get it until the machine is empty. this is illegal in some states. Good to know - I like the idea of adding a gimmick or two. I hear it worked well for PT Barnum. I am not sure what the laws are about it in my state (Maryland). Not even sure where I would look to find such information.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dperry Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 This is the same concept of using a leader item to move slow selling items. A few years ago Havending talked about putting one or two mp3 players in 2in caps and selling them in a mystery mix for $1 vends. I've also heard of venders who do use the cash-in-a-capsule lure, but they do something to secure the capsule to the front of the globe so it can be easily seen, but will never get vended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogcow Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 is this legal? its not a game of skill like a quarter pusher or crane i would think you could get in trouble for this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caserri Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 I've also heard of venders who do use the cash-in-a-capsule lure, but they do something to secure the capsule to the front of the globe so it can be easily seen, but will never get vended. Darryl that reminds me of Kyle Guth! A few years ago there was a thread on here where he said he super glued a capsule with like $50 in it to the inside of his globes. We'll have to wait for his annual visit to find out how that's going. Sent using Tapatalk for Android. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dperry Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Darryl that reminds me of Kyle Guth! A few years ago there was a thread on here where he said he super glued a capsule with like $50 in it to the inside of his globes. We'll have to wait for his annual visit to find out how that's going. Sent using Tapatalk for Android. He seemed kinda P.O.'d after his last visit. There's no telling how long it will be before his next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antoniocinisi Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 I don`t use any tape or glue.I fill the machine some,then I raise the front panel enough to squeeze the capsule with money right in the corner.having it there has helped with vends.usually the money is spent back on the machine.the $5 is 50/50,but 9 out of ten that win the dollar come ask for quarters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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