Other match pulls?

Since 1977, there have been literally thousands of clips that do the job.

• Spanish match pull: used to be sold by D. Robbins and it consisted of a spring flap to hold pressure on the match head, there was a slot for a striker which came from the side of a large box of matches. A pin was soldered onto the end and it was a fairly efficient clip. The problem with the design is that the striker was only hitting the match head from one side, and as the spring got weaker from use, the match pressure was inconsistant reulting in a misfire.
• This misfire led to my creating the Dependelite which does not fail and is used by the best of clients. The Dependalite has easy striker replacement, fast rest and small imprint. There is no logical reason to buy or use any other.
• India clips: probably the least expensive clip: but it is a very rigid design. The clip is merely a shaped bent metal which is in essence a spring. The striker is forced into the clip and the match head is forced in as well. The result is a 75% effective clip but a very difficult reset.
• Other versions: Powell double match pull: a poor attempt at creating a repeatable clip. Aside from the danger of the first match setting off the secon, the strikers have to be glued in place, and the clip is three times the size of most pulls. Retail variews from a close-out price of $9. to the suggested overpriced list of $20. YOU CAN GET 8 DEPENDELITES FOR THAT PRICE.
• Tony clark match pull: workable, but high priced. Its success is due to merchandising and promotion more than buying sense.
• Knock-offs: actual copies of my dependelite are sold by some unscrupulous dealers. Abracadabra, Magic City, Danny Tong, Hank Lee, and Daytona Magic shop.
• Spina match pull uses a strike all match surface in a flat bracket, priced at $12 plus, it is overkill and too expensive.